Conservation of Energy Vocabulary Flashcard

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of thermal energy due to collisions between particles.

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Define radiation in the context of energy transfer.

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Energy that moves from one place to another in a form that can be described as waves or particles.

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What are fossil fuels?

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Energy-rich substances like coal or oil that were formed from the remains of organisms.

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Explain convection.

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When heat rises and cold air or water sinks, creating an air or water current.

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What is the law of conservation of energy?

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Energy cannot be created or destroyed, only transformed from one form to another.

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Describe the process of thermal conduction.

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Thermal conduction occurs when heat is transferred through direct contact between materials.

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What is the difference between conduction and convection?

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Conduction is heat transfer through direct contact, while convection involves the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) due to temperature differences.

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What role do fossil fuels play in energy production?

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Fossil fuels are burned to release energy, which can be converted into electricity or used for heating.

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How does radiation differ from conduction and convection?

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Radiation transfers energy through electromagnetic waves and does not require a medium, unlike conduction and convection.

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What is an example of convection in everyday life?

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An example of convection is the heating of water in a pot, where hot water rises and cold water sinks.

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