What exactly is Q in that equation?alaa410 said:Q=mL + (1/2v^2 final- 1/2v^2initial)?
Not exact enough for Q, and the equation would still be nonsensical.alaa410 said:q is heat gained or lost; this is the equation they used in the solution so its got to be right... except they multiply not add
Heat is a form of energy that is transferred from one object to another due to a difference in temperature. It is the energy that causes molecules in a substance to move and vibrate, resulting in a change in temperature.
Latent heat is the amount of heat energy required to change the phase of a substance without changing its temperature. This process is known as a phase change and the energy absorbed or released during this process is called latent heat.
The different types of phase changes are melting, freezing, vaporization, condensation, sublimation, and deposition. These changes occur when a substance absorbs or releases energy, resulting in a change in its physical state.
During a phase change, the absorbed or released latent heat does not cause a change in temperature. Instead, it is used to break or form intermolecular bonds between particles. This means that the temperature of a substance remains constant during a phase change until the process is complete.
The amount of latent heat required for a phase change depends on the type of substance and the specific phase change occurring. Factors such as pressure, temperature, and the properties of the substance (such as its molecular structure and intermolecular forces) can also affect the amount of latent heat needed for a phase change.