Heat & Friction: How to Tell When Temperature Changes

In summary, rubbing two objects together generates heat and stopping the rubbing causes the heat to be lost. This phenomenon can be explained by the law of conservation of energy and Newton's law of cooling.
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Rub the two books together for a long time, so that the thermometer goes all the way up to the top and all the extra molecules fly off the top book. Keep the books touching, but stop rubbing. The temperature will go down. How can you tell? List two different ways.

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I have no idea what the question is. Would you mind elaborating?
 
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when you rub two objects together heat is generated and when you stop heat is lost. what is the reason for this?
 
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Isaac0427 said:
I have no idea what the question is. Would you mind elaborating?
when you rub two objects together heat is generated and when you stop heat is lost. what is the reason for this?
 
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What do you think? What research have you done?

Are you familiar with the law of conservation of energy? What about Newton law of cooling?
 

Related to Heat & Friction: How to Tell When Temperature Changes

1. What is heat and how is it related to temperature changes?

Heat is a form of energy that is transferred from one object to another due to a difference in temperature. Temperature changes occur when heat is transferred from a hotter object to a cooler one, causing a change in the average kinetic energy of the particles in the object.

2. How does friction affect temperature changes?

Friction is the force that resists the motion of an object. When two objects rub against each other, friction produces heat, which can cause a change in temperature. This is why rubbing your hands together creates warmth.

3. How can you measure temperature changes?

Temperature changes can be measured using a thermometer, which is a device that measures the average kinetic energy of the particles in an object. There are different types of thermometers, such as liquid-filled, digital, and infrared, which can measure temperature changes in different ways.

4. What factors can affect temperature changes?

There are several factors that can affect temperature changes, including the amount of heat produced or absorbed, the type of material the object is made of, the surface area, and the amount of friction present. The environment, such as air temperature and humidity, can also play a role in temperature changes.

5. How can you tell when temperature changes are occurring?

There are several ways to tell when temperature changes are occurring. One way is to use a thermometer to measure the change in temperature. Other signs of temperature changes include changes in the physical state of matter, such as melting or boiling, and changes in the color or texture of an object. You can also feel temperature changes, such as when an object becomes warmer or cooler to the touch.

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