Thermal physics practice.
Heat, temperature, the gas laws and the laws of thermodynamics. Every question has an explanation.
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Thermal physics in the United Kingdom
Practise thermal physics with the exams you can take in the United Kingdom.
All thermal physics topics.
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Thermal properties of matter
27 questions across 3 exams
Thermodynamics
18 questions across 3 exams
Thermal physics
13 questions across 2 exams
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- Thermal properties of matter · IB DiplomaHow much heat (in J) is needed to raise the temperature of 1 kg of water by 30 circ C? (specific heat of water = 4200 J/kg circ C)See the answer and explanation →
- Thermodynamics · Cambridge IGCSEA Carnot engine works between 1000 K and 500 K. What is its efficiency (in %)?See the answer and explanation →
- Thermal physics · ESAT (Engineering and Science Admissions Test)How much energy is needed to heat 0.50 kg of water from 20 circ C to 60 circ C? (Specific heat capacity of water =4200 J/kg circ C.)See the answer and explanation →
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