
Thermal Energy
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Science
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8th Grade
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Hard
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
When molecules in an object move faster, they have more _______.
Back
kinetic energy
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NGSS.MS-PS3-1
NGSS.MS-PS3-5
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
This is a measure of the average kinetic energy of the molecules in an object.
Back
temperature
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The total kinetic and potential energy of the molecules in an object is known as _______.
Back
thermal energy
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
The transfer of thermal energy from a warmer object to a cooler object.
Back
heat
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
A process of heat transfer in which the molecules in substances directly transfer kinetic energy to each other through contact.
Back
conduction
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the term for the energy that is stored in an object due to its position or arrangement?
Back
potential energy
Tags
NGSS.MS-PS3-2
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the process called where heat is transferred through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases)?
Back
convection
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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