PHYSICS (Basic) – Heat and Temperature

Heat and Temperature

Learning Time: 3-10 hours

Content: Heat and temperature is a subject that examines the thermal energy of matter and the energy transfer resulting from temperature differences. This subject covers temperature measurement (thermometry), heat transfer (conduction, convection, radiation), and the principles of thermodynamics. The TYT focuses on temperature and heat, while the AYT focuses on heat capacity and calorimetry. The current 2025 curriculum also covers applications such as climate change and energy conservation. Learning this topic forms the basis for the analysis of thermal systems.

• The Concept of Temperature:
  • Definition of Temperature
  • Units of Measurement (Celsius, Kelvin)
  • Types of Thermometers
• The Concept of Heat:
  • Definition and Units of Heat (Joule)
  • Heat Transfer (Conduction, Convection, Radiation)
  • Specific Heat Capacity
• Heat Transfer Mechanisms:
  • Conduction (Heat Dissipation in Solids)
  • Convection (Circulation in Liquids and Gases)
  • Radiation (Electromagnetic Waves)
• Calorimetry and Heat Calculations:
  • Calorimeter Experiment
  • Heat Exchange (Q = mcΔT)
  • Phase Change Energy
• Applications:
  • Energy Saving (Insulation)
  • Climate Control Systems
  • Industrial Thermal Management
• Affecting Factors:
  • Material Type
  • Ambient Conditions
  • Time and Distance