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3 years ago

When a metal is heated, the free electrons gain _____________.

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evablogger [386]3 years ago

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<h2>Answer: C. Kinetic energy</h2>

Explanation:

Heat is energy in transit, in fact it is a transfer of thermal energy from one body to another.

So, when a metal is heated is because we have two bodies with different temperatures and thermal energy is transferred from one body to another, implying a high speed and kinetic energy in the particles involved (electrons in this case).

This is because the kinetic energy of a particle is that energy it possesses due to its movement, and according to the first principle of thermodynamics, there is a relationship between heat and movement, since the metal is composed of particles that are in motion (to a certain extent).

In this way, with the increase of the temperature of the metal, there is an increase of the kinetic energy of its free electrons with a gain of velocity (movement), therefore a gain in kinetic energy.

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Part b: The electric field at the surface of sphere 1 and 2 is 2.25x10⁹ N/C and 6.75x10⁹ N/C respectively

Explanation:

As the complete question is not given, the similar question is attached herewith. The values are used as indicated in the given question

Let r_1 = 6 cm=0.06 m

r2 = 2 cm = 0.02 m

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In the equilibrium, V1 = V2

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On solving equation 1 and 2

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V2 = k*q2/r2 = 9*10^9*0.3*10^-3/0.02 = 1.35*10^8 Volts

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Part b

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E2 = k*q2/r2 = 9*10^9*0.3*10^-3/0.02^2 = 6.75*10^9 N/C

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3 years ago

Which explanations provide support for continental drift theory? Check all that apply.

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<h3><u>Full Question:</u></h3>

Which explanations provide support for continental drift theory? Check all that apply.

Dinosaurs lived on many continents.

Coal fields match up across continents.

Tropical plant fossils were found in Arctic areas.

Similar rock types are found across continents.

Evidence of glaciers can be found in South Africa.

Coal fields match up across continents.

Similar rock types are found across continents.

Tropical plant fossils were found in Arctic areas.

Evidence of glaciers can be found in South Africa.

<h3><u>Explanation:</u></h3>

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