Heat: Transfer of Thermal Energy

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The transfer of thermal energy from one object to another is called _________.

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heat

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________ describes the motion energy of particles.

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Thermal energy

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To compare thermal energy transfer, properties of different materials _______ needs to be the same.

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mass

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Conduction, convection, and radiation can happen at the same time. TRUE or FALSE?

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TRUE

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A substance with a high heat capacity is a better ________ of thermal energy.

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insulator

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of thermal energy through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of thermal energy through electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance.

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What is thermal equilibrium?

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Thermal equilibrium is the state in which two objects in contact do not exchange thermal energy because they are at the same temperature.