latent heat
Pronunciation
Noun
B2 Upper-intermediate
Quick answer
The energy absorbed or released during a change of state, such as melting or boiling, without a change in temperature.
Test yourself
Which word fits the gap? "_____ is why ice stays at zero degrees while it melts, instead of warming up immediately."
Answer: latent heat
In your own words, what does "latent heat" mean?
The energy absorbed or released during a change of state, such as melting or boiling, without a change in temperature.
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