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Thermal Physics & the Kinetic Theory

Thermal physics is the study of heat, temperature and heat transfer. It can be explained in
terms of kinetic theory at the microscopic level. It helps us to capture the different phases of
matter.

On completion you should:

1. be familiar with the development of the theory of heat;
2. relate macroscopic phenomena to the kinetic theory of matter;
3. have a conceptual understanding of thermal quantities and the relationship between them;
4. understand the various modes of thermal energy transfer.

Nature of Heat

Macroscopic Properties and Phenomena

Uses of Thermal Expansion

The Bimetallic Strip

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Types of Thermometers
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Liguid in Glass Thermometers

Liquid in Glass Thermometers most commonly used are:

1. Laboratory Thermometers: Alcohol or Mercury in Glass

2. Clinical Thermometers
 

Laboratory Thermomerters Clinical Thermometers

A Comparison of Clinical and Laboratory Thermometers

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The Bimetallic Strip Thermometer

Constant Volume Gas Thermometer

Thermocouple Thermometer

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Gas Laws

Thermal Measurements

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