Chapter 1, Problem 13QRT

Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The melting point of gallium is $\text{29}{\text{.76}}^{\text{°}}\text{C}$.  If a sample of gallium is hold in the hand will it melt or not has to be explained.

Concept Introduction:

Temperature:

It is the property of matter that determines the transfer of energy from one object to another object.

In Celsius temperature scale, the freezing point of water is ${\text{0}}^{\text{°}}\text{C}$ and boiling point of water is ${\text{100}}^{\text{°}}\text{C}$.  Room temperature is about ${\text{22}}^{\text{°}}\text{C}$ and body temperature is about ${\text{37}}^{\text{°}}\text{C}$.