A lengthy listing of values for specific heats and molar heat capacities for a variety of substances at 20 C. An explanation is given for why molar heat capacities for metals are nearly the same.

See how this principle translates in to fluids and the Bernoulli equation as well as into electric circuits and the voltage law and finally into heat and thermodynamics through the first law of thermodynamics.

Five lessons about the study of fluid mechanics. The unit concludes with students applying what they have learned to determine the stability of individual above-ground storage tanks given specific storm conditions so they can analyze...

Learn what the first law of thermodynamics is and how to use it.

Learn about William Thompson's important work in the mathematical analysis of electricity and formulation of the first and second laws of thermodynamics, and did much to unify the emerging discipline of physics in its modern form.

Students explore heat transfer and thermal expansion. Some topics examined in the activities are thermodynamic cycles, temperature scale, and bimetals. The resource consists of video clips, lecture notes, and exam questions with detailed...

Instructional module focusing on energy. Discussion includes forms of energy, conservation of energy, and the laws of thermodynamics. Site also includes an interactive practice quiz and links relating to the topic.

Refrigerators and heat pumps are described. Their operation is explained and the variables which improve their efficiency is discussed.

A study guide for concepts related to thermal energy.

This site is from the Physics Department at Georgia State University. The conservation of energy as a fundamental conservation law is presented and compared to other conservation laws (momentum and angular momentum). Links to further...

A page from the Fundamentals of Physical Geography site. Identifies, describes and elaborates upon the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics.

Using understandable words and exceptional graphics, this page describes the transfer of energy by means of conduction. Contains several links to related topics.

An indexing page from Georgia State University Physics Department which includes links to various other pages with information pertaining to thermal expansion. From expansion coefficients to equations to calculation and practice pages,...

An indexing page for the HyperPhysics site. This page includes a concept map of links to pages that contain information related to blackbody radiation. Each individual page consists of informative graphics and clear explanations.

The concept of area expansion is presented and explained. An equation for calculating the amount of area expansion is provided.

The operation of bimetallic strips is explained and illustrated. The principle of thermal expansion is related to their operation. A link to applications of bimetallic strips is provided.

Using understandable words and exceptional graphics, this page describes the transfer of energy by means of the convection process. Contains several links to related topics.

Defines thermal expansion and elaborates on the concept of linear expansion. Provides the equation for linear expansion and includes an interactive JavaScript form which allows the visitor to investigate the relationship between...

The heat of fusion is defined and described. A graphical representation of the heat of vaporization is given. A method for measuring and calculating the heat of fusion is also presented and explained.

A publication of Albert Einstein's written legacy presented in the English language translation. This translation volume focuses on his life and work in Switzerland.

A publication of Albert Einstein's written legacy presented in the original language version with in-depth English language annotation readers can access. This volume focuses on his life and work in Switzerland.

A publication of Albert Einstein's written legacy presented in the original language version with in-depth English language annotation readers can access. This volume focuses on his life and works in Switzerland.

This site provides a general overview of thermochemistry, the division of chemistry that deals with temperature in chemical reactions. Content explores what heat and cold really are, the heat and energy around you, and a bit about Lord...

An indexing page which includes links to a wealth of pages detailing the conceptual meaning of temperature. A hypertext format allows the visitor to quickly gain access the desired information.