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Temperature is the average of all the kinetic energy in something. What we Perceive as "cold" is something with much lower temperature, and thus lower average kinetic energy, than our own, however matter does not have a perception of "cold" or "hot". Additionally, solids (matter below its freezing point) continues to vibrate on a molecular level until Absolute zero is reached, at which point, all molecular movement ceases. It is important to note that the freezing point of materials varies greatly: For example tungsten has a freezing point of greater than 3000 degrees C!
It is not actually theoretically possible to attain absolute zero , as the system at absolute zero would need to be removed from the rest of the universe according to the laws of thermodynamics. Additionally,even if you could, the particles would still move with some subtle quantum mechanical effects.
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∙ 14y ago
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∙ 14y agoEven in cold temperature,(above Absolute Zero), molecules will be able to absorb heat from the surrounding(or using their inner energy) to convert it into kinetic energy to move. However, all molecular activity will cease in Absolute Zero temperature (0k=-273C).
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∙ 13y agoMolecules are always moving so even when frozen they never stop. So when they are frozen they move very slowly.
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∙ 11y agoThe colder the temperature, the slower the movement of the molecules. Absolute zero, theoretically the coldest temperature possible, is the illusive point at which molecules no longer move.
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∙ 6y agobecause
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What motion do molecules move when in cold water?
does molecules move in cold water
Why does salt take longer to melt in cold water?
because cold water molecules move slower at colder temperature.
Do atoms or molecules in solids have no motion?
solids have molecules that move until they reach a temperature called true zero where all atomic movement stops. true zero is a relly cold temperature
When particles in the air nove quickly is it warm or cold?
The faster molecules move, the more kinetic energy they have. Temperature is a measure of the kinetic energy. Therefore, molecules that move more quickly imply warmer air.
How do molecules expand?
Air expands due to high temperature water. And nothing happens to the molecules. As they move faster usually from increased temperature, they become farther apart.
What motion do molecules move when in cold water?
does molecules move in cold water
What are the differences in the way water molecules move in cold room temperature and in hot water?
Water molecules have more space between each other in cold room temperature than hot water.
Why does salt take longer to melt in cold water?
because cold water molecules move slower at colder temperature.
How do you think molecules move in hot and in cold air?
In hot areas the molecules move quickly and in cold areas the molecules move slower.
How do you think the molecules move in hot and cold air?
In hot areas the molecules move quickly and in cold areas the molecules move slower.
How fast are molecules in the air moving?
Temperature has a big effect on how fast air molecules travel. Air molecules move faster in hot weather and they move slower in cold weather.
What way do cold air molecules move?
In cold air, molecules move slower then they would move in warm air. One part of the KPM (kinetic particle model) states that temperature directly effects the movement of the particles, therefore causing the molecules of the warm air to move faster (because of more frequent collisions between the molecules).
What do molecules do to make it cold?
When it is cold, molecules move slower than when it is hot.
When energy is converted to molecules and they move faster does temperature increase or decrease?
As molecules move faster, they cause friction, which increases the temperature of the molecules.
Do atoms or molecules in solids have no motion?
solids have molecules that move until they reach a temperature called true zero where all atomic movement stops. true zero is a relly cold temperature
Does temperature changes?
The temperature of a body depends on the amount of movement of the molecules it is made of. When the molecules move about quicker the body heats up and the temperature rise. When the molecules move about less the temperature falls. Absolute zero temperature is when the molecules have stopped moving altogether.
What is the relationship between temperature and density of liquids and gases?
Temperature can control the density of liquids and gases because the temperature can make the molecules move faster when its hotter or slower when its cold. Think of water. When it's hot, it creates steam by making the molecules move and spread into the air because molecules are moving around and spreading out within the room. When water's cold, it turns into ice because molecules slow down and stop, which turns the liquid into a solid.
