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How far down can a nickel ball of radius r and temperature Tn melt into the ice block of temperature Ti? Watch the video and state your assumtpions...
The melting temperature of nickel is 1,455°C (2,651°F). However, the melting temperature of a nickel ball may vary depending on its size and surrounding conditions.
The higher the temperature, the faster the nickel ball will melt. This is because heat energy causes the atoms in the nickel ball to vibrate faster, weakening the bonds between them and eventually causing the solid nickel to turn into liquid.
The larger the radius of the nickel ball, the higher its melting point will be. This is because larger nickel balls have more atoms, leading to stronger intermolecular forces and a higher melting point.
Yes, impurities can lower the melting point of a nickel ball. This is because impurities disrupt the crystal structure of the nickel, making it easier for the atoms to break apart and turn into liquid.
After the nickel ball reaches its melting point, it will turn into liquid nickel. If the temperature cools down, the liquid nickel will solidify and return to its solid state. However, if the temperature continues to increase, the liquid nickel may eventually evaporate and turn into a gas.