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Explain thermal equilibrium and energy transfer direction.
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Thermal physics
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Thermal energy transfer
Aqa A Level PhysicsFurther mechanics and thermal physics
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Explain thermal equilibrium and energy transfer direction
- This point belongs to Thermal physics, especially Thermal energy transfer.
- You need to be able to explain thermal equilibrium and energy transfer direction.
- The key ideas to know are energy transfer and thermal equilibrium.
- Use the linked flashcards and practice questions to check recall, then practise applying the idea in an exam-style answer.
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energy transferthermal equilibrium
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