Properties of Matter Flashcards
Definitions from the N5 P.o.M. sub-unit
What is meant the “Specific heat capacity” of a material?
The energy required to increase the temperature of 1 kg of a material by 1degree C.
What does “ΔT” represent?
The change in temperature.
What is meant by the “Latent heat of Fusion”?
The energy required to change the state of 1kg of a material from a solid to a liquid.
What is meant by the “Latent heat of Vapourisation”?
The energy required to change the state of 1kg of a material from a liquid to a gas.
What is meant by “Pressure”.
The force experienced per unit area.
What changing variables does Boyle’s Law involve?
Pressure & Volume
What changing variables does Charles’ Law involve?
Volume & Temperature
What changing variables does Gay-Lussac’s Law involve?
Pressure & Temperature
What is the value of “Absolute zero” in degrees Celsius?
-273 degrees Celsius
