Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Transfer of thermal energy

Transfer of thermal energy — practice question

(a(i))[1]

State the name of a liquid used in liquid-in-glass thermometers.

(a(ii))[1]

State the values of these fixed points.

(b(i))[1]

Complete the sentence. Select one word from the box: conduction, convection, radiation. Thermal (heat) energy is transferred through the metal can by [BLANK].

(b(ii))[3]

Describe how thermal energy moves through the water. Include your discussion of density changes.

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