Specific Latent Heat Flashcards
1
Q
How is it calculated?
A
Energy = specific latent heat X mass
2
Q
What is specific latent heat?
A
Amount of energy needed to change the state of a substance
3
Q
What happens when a liquid is heated?
A
The heat energy makes the particles move faster
4
Q
What happens when a solid is heated?
A
Heat energy makes the particles vibrate faster
5
Q
What is the energy used for?
A
Breaking intermolecular bonds
6
Q
What happens when a substance is condensing or freezing?
A
Bonds are forming between particles, which releases energy
