Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory · Thermodynamics
Phase Changes and Latent Heat
Analyzing the energy transitions that occur during melting, boiling, and sublimation without a change in temperature.
Key Questions
- 1How does the plateau in a heating curve explain the energy required to break intermolecular bonds?
- 2What variables affect the efficiency of a phase-change material used in building insulation?
- 3How would an engineer apply the concept of latent heat to design a more effective refrigeration cycle?
ACARA Content Descriptions
AC9SPU09
Year: Year 11
Subject: Physics
Unit: Thermodynamics and Kinetic Theory
Period: Thermodynamics
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