I don't quite know how to figure out the answer for this question... help??

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anonymous · Answer

attachment

anonymous · Answer

http://coolcosmos.ipac.caltech.edu/cosmic_classroom/light_lessons/thermal/temperature.html

anonymous · Answer

trick question

ybarrap · Answer

Thermal energy depends on the number of atoms. Each beaker has the same number of atoms, I think you would agree, right?

ybarrap · Answer

The atoms are in a certain state of agitation. The kinetic energy of these atoms is dependent on temperature.

Is there any reason to believe that the kinetic energy of one beaker is different if the temperature is the same and the number of atoms is the same?

ybarrap · Answer

This is like asking if you weigh the same whether you are standing or laying down. Your volume and density doesn't change, neither does your weight.

anonymous · Answer

Thnx for the help, @Austin6i6 , @ybarrap

ybarrap · Answer

You're welcome