Monday, July 30, 2012

Kinetic Particle Theory (effects)

Solid -> Liquid

Particles in a solid:
  • Packed
  • Vibrating in fixed positions
  • Forces of attraction is very strong
Gaining heat:
  • Kinetic energy increases
  • Forces of attraction weakens 
  • Vibrating more vigorously


At 2, Heat energy that is converted to Kinetic Energy is used to overcome the force of attraction, and thus no heat is gained.
Particles of the liquid (after heat gain)


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