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Direct linkCox, Anne J.; Belloni, Mario; Dancy, Melissa; Christian, Wolfgang – Physics Education, 2003
This paper describes the use of interactive, Physlet[R]-based curricular material designed to help students learn concepts of thermodynamics with a particular focus on the use of kinetic theory models. These exercises help students visualize ideal gas particle dynamics and engine cycles, make concrete connections between mechanics and…
Descriptors: Mechanics (Physics), Internet, Thermodynamics, Science Instruction
