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Understanding specific latent heat and formulas

Particle model of matter • Internal energy and heat

Key concepts

What you'll likely be quizzed about

  • Specific latent heat is defined as the amount of heat energy required to change a substance from solid to liquid or from liquid to gas at constant temperature.
  • This energy does not result in a temperature change but instead facilitates the phase transition of the material.

Flashcards

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Which states of matter involve specific latent heat?

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Specific latent heat involves transitions between solid, liquid, and gas states.

Key notes

Important points to keep in mind

Specific latent heat does not change temperature during phase changes.

Use L = Q/m for calculations involving latent heat.

Consider the context when applying latent heat concepts.

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