What are melting points and boiling points?
In this lesson, we will learn about how scientists measure temperature, two major 'fixed points' of a substance (melting and boiling point) and how we can determine the state of matter of a substance at a particular temperature when given these fixed points.
What are melting points and boiling points?
In this lesson, we will learn about how scientists measure temperature, two major 'fixed points' of a substance (melting and boiling point) and how we can determine the state of matter of a substance at a particular temperature when given these fixed points.
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Lesson details
Key learning points
- Describe what is meant by melting point and boiling point
- Describe how it is possible to measure the melting point and boiling point of a substance
- Suggest which state of matter a substance will be in given its temperature
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