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How Hot Is It?
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Students learn about the nature of thermal energy, temperature and how materials store thermal energy. They discuss the difference between conduction, convection and radiation of thermal energy, and complete activities in which they investigate the difference between temperature, thermal energy and the heat capacity of different materials. Students also learn how some engineering requires an understanding of thermal energy.

Subject:
Applied Science
Engineering
Physical Science
Physics
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Activity/Lab
Lesson Plan
Provider:
TeachEngineering
Provider Set:
TeachEngineering
Author:
Denise Carlson
Jeff Lyng
Malinda Schaefer Zarske
Sabre Duren
Date Added:
09/18/2014
Introduction to Nuclear Reactors
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Welcome to the unit "Introduction to Nuclear Reactors". In this unit, we delve shall into the captivating world of nuclear energy, beginning with the foundational concept of nuclear fission and progressing to the detailed workings of nuclear reactors.Through three engaging lessons, learners will gain a comprehensive understanding of nuclear fission, its significance in energy production, and the essential components required for its occurrence. We'll explore the conditions necessary for fission reactions, and the importance of controlling chain reactions to ensure safe and efficient energy generation.

Subject:
Applied Science
Engineering
Material Type:
Unit of Study
Author:
Lotachukwu Ernest Eze
Date Added:
03/20/2024
Measuring the heat capacity of an engine coolant.
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As an analytical chemist at a company developing new engine coolants your task is to determine the heat capacity of a newly developed product and then to determine if its heat capacity is greater of less than that of ethylene glycol.

Subject:
Chemistry
Physical Science
Material Type:
Activity/Lab
Provider:
Carnegie Mellon University
Provider Set:
The ChemCollective
Date Added:
02/05/2021