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Thermodynamics

1.1a Kinetic Energy of Particles

 

Three Forms of Kinetic Energy of
Atoms & Molecules

Rotational - particles rotate about an axis; they flip end-over-end

Vibrational - particles are constantly vibrating.

Translational - motion of particles from one place to another; movement through space.

 

 

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