Heat added (Q)
Definition
Heat added refers to the transfer of thermal energy into a system. It increases the internal energy of the system and can be measured in joules.
Related terms
Temperature change: The difference in temperature between two states of a system.
Specific heat capacity: The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of a substance by one degree Celsius.
Thermal equilibrium: When two objects are at the same temperature and no heat flows between them.
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AP Physics 2 - Unit 1 Overview: Fluids
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