Thermal Properties of Matter

The topic briefly explains heat and temperature along with their units. It describes heat capacity and the factors affecting the heat absorbed or heat released. We will also study the instruments used to measure temperature.

This topic comprises the term thermal expansion and its different types. It also explains the concept of thermal stress along with the graphs related to thermal expansion of water and the coefficient of volume expansion of copper.

This topic discusses the concept of specific heat capacity. It highlights its formula and SI unit. We will also study the difference between specific latent heat capacity and specific heat capacity via examples.

This topic discusses the process of measuring heat by explaining calorimetry and the instrument associated with it. It also explains some examples of calorimetry. Questions related to specific heat capacity with detailed answers are also given here.

In this topic, we will learn the processes involved in changing the state of matter from one form to another. It also explains the melting point, boiling point, latent heat and its type with the help of graphs and illustrations.

This topic explains the term conduction and its working with examples of steady state heat flow depicted in a figure. It also explains thermal conductivities of some materials with examples.

This topic deals with the term convection and how it is responsible for many familiar phenomena. With the aid of illustrations, we will learn about trade winds and convection cycles.

This topic discusses the concept of radiation that is related to heat transfer. We will also learn about the properties of radiations. It also explains the Dewar flask device and outlines its mechanism in detail.