Thermal Physics Flashcards
1
Q
Define internal energy
A
The sum of the random distribution of kinetic and potential energies of molecules in a closed system
2
Q
Define latent heat of fusion
A
The energy required to melt a substance at constant temperature
3
Q
Define latent heat of vaporisation
A
The energy required to boil a substance at constant temperature
4
Q
Define specific heat capacity
A
energy supplied
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mass x temperature change
5
Q
Define specific latent heat
A
The energy required per kilogram of the substance to change its state without a change in temperature
