Latent heat
Latent heat
Latent heat is the energy transferred when a substance changes state without changing temperature. During melting or boiling, energy is transferred to the substance; during freezing or condensing, energy is transferred away.
Step-by-step lessons on AQA GCSE Physics 3.2.3 Changes of state and specific latent heat. Each one builds up to exam-style questions. Build a strong grip on equations, units and Key Stage 3 fundamentals before tackling the more demanding topics like electromagnetism, the particle model of matter and space physics.