Many students think the temperature of boiling water will continue to rise if it is heated, and that the temperature of a sample of ice will fall if more ice is added
Energy and Thermal Physics
Misconception
Diagnostic Resources
The following worksheets may help to identify whether students hold this particular misconception.
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Resources to Address This
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Examination of boiling (11-16)
Ref - Practical Physics; Change of phase; Examination of boiling
This is a magnificent experiment, which at the outset may not appear very exciting.
Half fill a beaker with water and then bring it gently to the boil. Watch the process carefully, observing the formation of bubbles.
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References
- Jasien, P. G. () Roles of Terminology, Experience and Energy Concepts in Student Conceptions of Freezing and Boiling. Journal of Chemical Education, 90,
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- Chu, H; Treagust, D. F.; Yeo, S. and Zadnik, M. () Evaluation of Students' Understanding of Thermal Concepts in Everyday Contexts. International Journal of Science Education, 34, (10)
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