Energy Flashcard

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What is the best insulating material to prevent heat transfer?

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Wood is an effective insulating material because it has low thermal conductivity.

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What is energy transfer in collisions?

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Collisions can transfer energy from one object to another, affecting their motion.

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What is a closed circuit?

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A closed circuit is a complete electrical loop that allows current to flow.

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What causes objects to move in water?

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Waves in the water cause objects, like a duck, to move up and down.

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What is thermal conductivity?

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Thermal conductivity is a measure of a material's ability to conduct heat.

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What are the types of energy transfer?

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The main types of energy transfer are conduction, convection, and radiation.

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How does insulation work?

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Insulation works by reducing the rate of heat transfer between objects.

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What is the principle of conservation of energy?

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The principle of conservation of energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed.

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What is the role of energy in motion?

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Energy is required to initiate and maintain motion in objects.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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