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3.1 Changes of state and the particle model

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Question 11

A concentrated solar power (CSP) plant uses a thermal storage system containing molten salt.

a.

Write down the equation which links density (ρ\rhoρ), mass (mmm), and volume (VVV).

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b.

The thermal storage system contains a tank with 12,500 m312,500\text{ m}^312,500 m3 of molten salt. The density of the molten salt is 1980 kg/m3. Calculate the mass of molten salt in the tank. Give your answer in standard form.

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c.

Write down the equation which links energy transferred (EEE), power (PPP), and time (ttt).

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d.

The storage system can discharge thermal power to the steam turbines at a rate of 2.4 × 108 W for a maximum duration of 15 hours15\text{ hours}15 hours. Calculate the maximum energy transferred during this period. Give your answer in standard form.

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3.1 Changes of state and the particle model Questions

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22 exam-style questions on AQA GCSE Physics 3.1 Changes of state and the particle model, covering 3.1.1 Density of materials and 3.1.2 Changes of state. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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