heat and temperature Flashcards
1
Q
what is the temperature of absolute zero
A
-273
2
Q
what is absolute zero
A
prediction of lowest possible temperature if particles stop moving
3
Q
the greater vibrations:
A
the greater the total thermal energy
4
Q
thermal energy can be:
A
stored, transferred and dissipated (spread out)
5
Q
unit for thermal energy
A
joules
6
Q
what increases total thermal energy
A
volume, temperature and mass
7
Q
what increase the rate heat transfers
A
larger temperature difference
8
Q
define heat
A
energy transfer from one body to another due to the temperature difference
9
Q
define temperature
A
measures how hot something is
