Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Transfer of thermal energy

Transfer of thermal energy — practice question

Fig. 4.1 shows students on their way to school. Water puddles are present on the ground. After school, the puddles are no longer there and the ground is dry.
(a(i))[1]

State the name of the process that makes the puddles vanish.

(a(ii))[3]

Describe the process that makes the puddles vanish. Refer to molecules in your answer.

(b)[4]

Suggest two changes to the container design that would reduce the transfer of thermal energy from the hot liquid to its surroundings. For each change, state the thermal transfer process it reduces.

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