6th Grade Science Unit 2: Energy Vocab

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What is thermal contraction?

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A decrease in a material's volume when its temperature decreases.

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What is radiation in terms of heat transfer?

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A method of heat transfer that involves electromagnetic waves.

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How does conduction transfer heat?

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Heat is transferred between two objects that are touching one another.

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What defines a conductor?

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A material that easily allows a flow of heat.

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What is convection?

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Heat being transferred through materials that flow.

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What happens to most materials when they are heated?

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They expand.

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What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?

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A conductor allows heat to flow easily, while an insulator resists heat flow.

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What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

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Touching a hot stove and feeling the heat transfer to your hand.

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What role does convection play in weather patterns?

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Convection currents in the atmosphere help distribute heat and moisture.

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What is the principle behind thermal expansion?

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Most materials expand when heated due to increased molecular motion.

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