Topic 9: First Law of Thermodynamics Flashcards
1
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Specific heat capacity, c
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Thermal energy per unit mass to raise the temperature of a substance by 1 degree.
2
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Internal energy, U
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The sum of kinetic energy due to random motions by a distribution of particles and potential energy due to intermolecular forces between the particles.
3
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First Law of Thermodynamics
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The increase in internal energy of a system is the sum of heat supplied to the system and work done on the system.