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**Temperature Notes for Ethiopian Grades 9-12**
*(Brief, Precise & Inclusive)*
1. Definition**
- **Temperature**: Measure of hotness/coldness of an object (related to average kinetic energy of
particles).
- **Heat**: Energy transferred due to temperature difference.
2. Units**
- **Celsius (°C)**: Standard unit (Ethiopian context).
- **Kelvin (K)**: Scientific unit (0K = absolute zero).
- **Fahrenheit (°F)**: Used in some countries.
*Formula*: °C to K → \( K = °C + 273.15 \).
3. Measurement Tools**
- **Thermometers**:
- Liquid-in-glass (mercury/alcohol).
- Digital (sensors).
- Infrared (non-contact).
4. Thermal Expansion**
- Solids/liquids/gases expand when heated.
- **Applications**: Railway tracks, bridges (expansion gaps).
- **Coefficient of linear expansion**: \( \alpha = \frac{\Delta L}{L_0 \Delta T} \).
5. Heat Transfer**
1. **Conduction**: Through solids (e.g., metal rod).
2. **Convection**: Fluids (e.g., boiling water).
3. **Radiation**: Electromagnetic waves (e.g., sun).
6. Phase Changes & Temperature**
- **Melting/Freezing**: Fixed temp (0°C for water).
- **Boiling/Condensation**: Fixed temp (100°C for water at 1 atm).
7. Thermodynamics Basics**
- **First Law**: Energy conservation (\( Q = \Delta U + W \)).
- **Second Law**: Heat flows hot → cold spontaneously.
8. Environmental Impact**
- **Climate**: Temperature drives weather patterns.
- **Global Warming**: Rising avg. temps due to greenhouse gases.
9. Ethiopian Context**
- Regional variations: Danakil Depression (hot), Highlands (cool).
- Applications: Agriculture, renewable energy (solar).
Safety Tips**
- Use gloves for hot objects.
- Calibrate thermometers for accuracy.
: *Why do bridges have expansion joints?* 🔥📚
*Share diagrams for clarity on your channel!*
**Temperature Unit Conversion Formulas**
*(Concise & Curriculum-Aligned)*
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### **1. Celsius (°C) to Kelvin (K)**
\[ K = °C + 273.15 \]
**Example**:
25°C → \( 25 + 273.15 = 298.15 \, \text{K} \).
### **2. Kelvin (K) to Celsius (°C)**
\[ °C = K - 273.15 \]
**Example**:
300 K → \( 300 - 273.15 = 26.85°C \).
### **3. Celsius (°C) to Fahrenheit (°F)**
\[ °F = \left( °C \times \frac{9}{5} \right) + 32 \]
**Example**:
30°C → \( (30 \times 1.8) + 32 = 86°F \).
### **4. Fahrenheit (°F) to Celsius (°C)**
\[ °C = \left( °F - 32 \right) \times \frac{5}{9} \]
**Example**:
68°F → \( (68 - 32) \times 0.555 = 20°C \).
### **Key Notes**
- **Absolute Zero**: 0 K = -273.15°C (coldest possible temperature).
- **Water Reference**:
- Freezes at **0°C (32°F)**.
- Boils at **100°C (212°F)** at sea level.
- **Ethiopian Context**:
- Weather forecasts use °C (e.g., Addis Ababa averages 20°C).
- Scientific experiments often require Kelvin (e.g., gas laws).
### **Quick Reference Table**
| **From** | **To** | **Formula** |
|----------|--------|-------------|
| °C |K | \( K = °C + 273.15 \) |
|K | °C | \( °C = K - 273.15 \) |
| °C | °F | \( °F = (°C \times 1.8) + 32 \) |
| °F | °C | \( °C = (°F - 32) \times 0.555 \) |
**Why It Matters**:
- Essential for weather reporting, cooking, and science (e.g., chemistry labs).
- Global collaboration requires unit conversions (e.g., NASA uses both °F and K).
**Try This**: Convert 37°C (human body temp) to °F and K!
*(Answer: 98.6°F, 310.15 K)*
*(Ideal for quick revision!)*
**Thermal Expansion Formulas with SI Units**
*(Simplified for Grades 9–12)*
### **1. Linear Expansion**
**Formula**:
\[ \Delta L = \alpha \cdot L_0 \cdot \Delta T \]
- **ΔL**: Change in length (**meters, m**)
- **α**: Coefficient of linear expansion (**per Kelvin, K⁻¹**)
- **L₀**: Original length (**meters, m**)
- **ΔT**: Temperature change (**Kelvin, K** or **Celsius, °C**)
**Example**:
A 10m steel rail (α = 12 × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹) heated by 20°C:
ΔL = 12 × 10⁻⁶ × 10 × 20 = **0.0024 m (2.4 mm)**.
### **2. Area Expansion**
**Formula**:
\[ \Delta A = \beta \cdot A_0 \cdot \Delta T \]
- **ΔA**: Change in area (**square meters, m²**)
- **β**: Coefficient of area expansion ≈ **2α** (**K⁻¹**)
- **A₀**: Original area (**m²**)
- **ΔT**: Temperature change (**K** or **°C**).
**Example**:
A metal sheet (A₀ = 2 m², β = 24 × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹) heated by 30°C:
ΔA = 24 × 10⁻⁶ × 2 × 30 = **0.00144 m²**.
### **3. Volume Expansion**
**Formula**:
\[ \Delta V = \gamma \cdot V_0 \cdot \Delta T \]
- **ΔV**: Change in volume (**cubic meters, m³**)
- **γ**: Coefficient of volume expansion ≈ **3α** (**K⁻¹**)
- **V₀**: Original volume (**m³**)
- **ΔT**: Temperature change (**K** or **°C**).
**Example**:
1 liter (0.001 m³) of gasoline (γ = 950 × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹) heated by 10°C:
ΔV = 950 × 10⁻⁶ × 0.001 × 10 = **0.0000095 m³ (9.5 mL)**.
### **Key Notes**
1. **Coefficients (α, β, γ)**: Material-specific constants (e.g., steel α ≈ 12 × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹, glass α ≈ 9 × 10⁻⁶
K⁻¹).
2. **ΔT in K = ΔT in °C**: Temperature *difference* is the same in both scales.
3. **Ethiopian Context**:
- Expansion gaps in bridges (e.g., Addis Ababa highways).
- Pipes/rails in hot regions (e.g., Afar) require flexible joints.
### **Quick Reference Table**
| **Quantity** | **Symbol** | **SI Unit** |
|--------------|------------|-------------|
| Length change | ΔL | meters (m) |
| Area change | ΔA | square meters (m²) |
| Volume change | ΔV | cubic meters (m³) |
| Original length | L₀ | meters (m) |
| Temperature change | ΔT | Kelvin (K) |
**Why It Matters**:
- Explains everyday phenomena (e.g., why power lines sag in summer).
- Critical for engineering roads, buildings, and tools in Ethiopia’s varying climates.
**Try This**: Calculate how much a 5m aluminum rod (α = 23 × 10⁻⁶ K⁻¹) expands if heated from 20°C to
50°C.
*(Answer: ΔL = 0.00345 m or 3.45 mm)*
*(Ideal for exams and real-life problem-solving!)*
**How Altitude Affects Boiling Point**
*(Ethiopian Context)*
### **1. Altitude & Boiling Point**
- **Lower Atmospheric Pressure** at high altitudes reduces the boiling point of water.
- **At sea level**: Boils at **100°C** (1 atm pressure).
- **In Addis Ababa** (~2,355m altitude): Boils at **~90°C** (lower pressure).
- **Why?** Boiling occurs when water’s vapor pressure = atmospheric pressure. Less air pressure at
altitude means less heat needed.
**Impact in Ethiopia**:
- Longer cooking times (e.g., boiling *shiro* stew in highlands).
- Bakers adjust recipes (e.g., bread rises slower in Addis vs. Danakil).
### **2. Solar Energy & Temperature Challenges**
Solar energy combats temperature-related issues by:
#### **A. Reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions**
- Replaces fossil fuels (e.g., diesel generators) → lowers CO₂ emissions → slows **global warming**.
#### **B. Enabling Climate Adaptation**
1. **Cooling Solutions**:
- Solar-powered refrigeration for vaccines/medicines (critical in hot regions like Afar).
- Solar fans for homes/schools in lowland areas (e.g., Dire Dawa).
2. **Agriculture**:
- Solar pumps for irrigation (mitigates drought in arid zones like Somali Region).
- Solar dryers preserve crops (e.g., coffee, spices) without fossil fuels.
3. **Water Security**:
- Solar desalination in drought-prone areas (e.g., Danakil).
#### **C. Urban Heat Islands**
- Solar panels on rooftops reduce building temperatures by absorbing sunlight.
- Solar streetlights reduce reliance on heat-emitting traditional bulbs.
### **Ethiopian Innovations**
- **Solar Farms**: Tigray’s Mekele Solar Plant powers homes and industries sustainably.
- **Solar-Powered Health Clinics**: Ensure functionality during heatwaves/power cuts.
**Critical Thinking**:
- Why does pasta take longer to cook in Addis Ababa than in Bahir Dar (lower altitude)?
- How can Ethiopia balance solar expansion with ecosystem protection?
**Visual Tip**: Add a graph comparing boiling points at different Ethiopian altitudes! ☀️
*(Aligned with Grade 9–12 curriculum focus on real-world science and sustainability.)*
