Thermal Energy-Parts of the Atom FLASHCARD

Front

What is a material that allows thermal energy to pass through it easily and quickly?

Back

A conductor.

Front

What unit is used to measure Thermal Energy?

Back

J.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a thermal conductor: steel, copper, titanium, or oxygen gas?

Back

Oxygen gas.

Front

What happens to the mass of an object that acquires a negative charge?

Back

It has gained mass.

Front

If two objects of different temperatures are placed in contact, what will happen?

Back

Heat will flow from the hot object to the cold.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

The total kinetic energy of particles in a substance.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow thermal energy to pass through it easily.

Front

What is the primary method of heat transfer in liquids and gases?

Back

Convection.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is radiation in terms of thermal energy?

Back

The transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves.