Absolute zero
1 mark · EasyA block of ice is stored at absolute zero. Describe the energy of its particles at this temperature.
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The particles have zero kinetic (movement) energy.
Also accept: Particles have no kinetic energy.; The particles stop moving.
Common mistakes: They still move a bit.; They vibrate.
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B1 · 1 mark · States that particles have zero kinetic energy or are not moving at all.
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At absolute zero, the particles have zero kinetic (movement) energy.