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eBook
Other

Fund. Of Phys. Geography/energy, Temperature, and Heat

For Students 9th - 10th
A page describing (in part) the distinction between energy, temperature and heat. Includes a graphic illustrating the quantity of energy needed to transform water between various states. Methods of thermal energy transfer (convection,...
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eBook
Other

Characteristics of Energy and Matter

For Students 9th - 10th
A lengthy page from the Fundamentals of Physical Geography site. Energy is distinguished from matter, and the different forms of energy are identified and discussed. Four types of heat transfer (convection, advection, conduction,...
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eBook
Other

Laws of Thermodynamics

For Students 9th - 10th
A page from the Fundamentals of Physical Geography site. Identifies, describes and elaborates upon the first, second, and third laws of thermodynamics.
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Handout
Science Struck

Science Struck: Absolute Pressure vs. Gauge Pressure: A Comparison

For Students 9th - 10th
Explains different types of pressure, the characteristics of absolute and gauge pressure, and their differences and similarities.
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Handout
University of Virginia

University of Virginia: Absolute Zero

For Students 9th - 10th
The concept of absolute zero is explained here.
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Handout
University of St. Andrews (UK)

University of St. Andrews: Thomson Portraits

For Students 9th - 10th
A University of St. Andrews page of several portraits of Lord Kelvin. Print out a few, hang them in your bedroom or your school locker and impress your friends!
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Handout
USA Today

Usa Today: Converting Between Temperature Scales

For Students 9th - 10th
A chart that will help you quickly make rough conversions between the Fahrenheit and Celsius temperature scales. It also contains formulas to make more exact conversions.