Understanding Specific Latent HeatSpecific Latent HeatThe amount of heat required to change the phase of a substance depends on the mass and the type of material of the substance. A small ice cube melts quickly but a large block of ice melts very slowly. 100 J of heat energy can melt a large amount of wax, but the same amount of heat can only melt a small amount … [Read more...] about Understanding Specific Latent Heat
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What is meant by Latent Heat Latent HeatFigure shows some ice cubes in a persons hand. The person makes the following observations and inferences, as shown in Table.Observation InferenceThe ice is colder than the surroundings. Heat energy is continuously being absorbed by the ice from the surroundings.The ice is at a constant temperature The heat … [Read more...] about What is meant by Latent Heat