Physics 9702 · AS & A Level · Specific heat capacity and specific latent heat

Specific heat capacity and specific latent heat — practice question

(a)[3]

Use kinetic theory to explain why thermal energy is needed during melting even though the temperature does not change.

(b(i))[2]

If no thermal energy is transferred to the surroundings, show that the can and the warm water lose $2.3 \times 10^4\,\text{J}$ of thermal energy.

(b(ii))[2]

Use the result from (i) to determine a value $L$ for the specific latent heat of fusion of ice.

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