Topic 3 Review

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What type of energy is associated with the motion of objects?

Back

Mechanical energy is the energy associated with the motion of objects.

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What type of energy is used to cook food?

Back

Thermal energy is used to cook food.

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What type of energy can cause matter to change states, such as melting?

Back

Thermal energy can cause matter to change states, such as melting.

Front

What type of energy is involved in activities like running, walking, biking, and swimming?

Back

Mechanical energy is involved in activities like running, walking, biking, and swimming.

Front

Which type of energy is used when sharpening a pencil?

Back

Mechanical energy is used when sharpening a pencil.

Front

What is the definition of mechanical energy?

Back

Mechanical energy is the sum of potential and kinetic energy in an object.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

Front

How does thermal energy affect the state of matter?

Back

Thermal energy can increase the temperature of matter, causing it to change states, such as from solid to liquid.

Front

What is the relationship between mechanical energy and motion?

Back

Mechanical energy is directly related to the motion of an object; the faster an object moves, the more mechanical energy it has.

Front

Can thermal energy be transferred? If so, how?

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Yes, thermal energy can be transferred through conduction, convection, and radiation.