Edexcel IGCSE Physics · Spec 5.11P-5.14P
Heating Curves and Specific Heat Capacity Practicals (Paper 2)
Covers interpret a change-of-state plateau, Measure specific heat capacity of a solid and Measure specific heat capacity of water.
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Heating Curves and Specific Heat Capacity Practicals (Paper 2)
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Spec 5.11P-5.14P
What you need to know
- Interpret a change-of-state plateau
- Measure specific heat capacity of a solid
- Measure specific heat capacity of water
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Quick check
Answer each question before opening the answer.
Why is temperature constant during melting?
Energy overcomes attractions instead of increasing kinetic energy
How is electrical energy calculated?
E = IVt
Why stir the water?
To keep the temperature uniform
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