Measuring Energy Changes
Energy
Defined as the ability to do ‘work’ which is to move an object against an opposing force.
Can be classified as potential or kinetic
Comes in many forms such as heat, light, sound, electricity and chemical energy
Chemistry System
Open vs. Closed System
Open | Closed |
can exchange energy and matter with the surroundings | can exchange energy, but not matter. eg. glow sticks |
Enthalpy
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