Thermal Energy

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The motion of atoms or molecules within a substance

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thermal energy

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The average kinetic energy of the atoms or molecules within a substance.

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temperature

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energy of motion

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kinetic energy

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Matter in which atoms are closely spaced and vibrate in a fixed position.

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solid

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Matter in which atoms are constantly moving around and bumping into each other. Options: mass, gas, liquid, solid

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liquid

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Matter in which atoms vibrate so much that they are far apart.

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gas

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Water in gas form

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water vapor

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The process when matter loses thermal energy and changes from a gas to a liquid.

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condensation

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The transfer of thermal energy from a hotter area to a colder area.

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heat

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A process that creates new substances from existing substances and can absorb or release thermal energy

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chemical reaction