Physics topic
Thermal physics simulations
Explore gas pressure, heat transfer, specific heat capacity and changes of state using controllable thermal models.
How is energy transferred when temperature changes?
Compare equal masses of materials with different heat capacities. Keep the energy input fixed and compare temperature changes, then investigate why phase changes require a different model.
- Gas pressure, volume and temperature
- Specific heat capacity and energy balance
- Latent heat and phase change
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These labs provide a route into the topic. Make a prediction first, then use the controls to test it.
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