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Homework exercises on Heat for a Physical Science course. Also refer to Physics, thermodynamics, temperature, Thermometer, expansion, WBT, education, distance learning, Ron Kurtus, School for Champions. Copyright © Restrictions

Heat - Homework

INSTRUCTIONS: Print out a copy of this homework assignment, answer the questions correctly, and send the homework to your instructor.

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1. What is heat?

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2. What property of liquids are used in a thermometer?

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3. How does a bimetal thermometer work?

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4. What are the boiling and freezing points of water on a Fahrenheit scale thermometer? On a Celsius thermometer?

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5. What does Absolute Zero mean?

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6. Why is the Kelvin scale used in science?

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7. What is the difference between temperature and amount of heat energy?

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8. What are the different states of water?

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9. Why does a gas expand when heated?

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10. Give examples of the different ways heat is transferred in your home.

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