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14.2 Specific heat capacity and latent heat

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Question 33
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A student heats pure ice at a constant rate. The table shows the results.

Time in min\mathrm{min}minTemperature in ∘C^\circ\mathrm{C}∘C
0-6
1-3
20
30
40
50
64

Which statement explains the results between 2 and 5 min?

[1]
A

Energy decreases particle kinetic energy while water freezes.

B

Energy increases particle potential energy while ice melts.

C

Energy decreases particle potential energy while water freezes.

D

Energy increases particle kinetic energy while ice melts.

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14.2 Specific heat capacity and latent heat Questions

  1. GCSE
  2. /Physics
  3. /14.2 Specific heat capacity and latent heat

110 exam-style questions on Edexcel GCSE Physics 14.2 Specific heat capacity and latent heat, covering 14.2.1 Heating, temperature and changes of state, 14.2.2 Specific heat capacity and specific latent heat, 14.2.3 Specific heat capacity calculation, 14.2.4 Specific latent heat calculation, and 14.2.5 Reducing energy transfer through thermal insulation. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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