Heat Transfer, Metrics, Physical v. Chemical Changes

Front

What is heat also called?

Back

Thermal Energy

Front

What happens to particles when they gain more heat/thermal energy?

Back

They vibrate.

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs when the motion of particles in a hotter area transfers energy to nearby particles?

Back

Conduction

Front

How is the Earth heated by the sun?

Back

Through Radiation.

Front

What is the base measurement for mass?

Back

Grams.

Front

What is the process called when heat is transferred through fluids (liquids and gases)?

Back

Convection.

Front

What is the term for the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves?

Back

Radiation.

Front

What is the SI unit for measuring temperature?

Back

Kelvin.

Front

What is the difference between a physical change and a chemical change?

Back

A physical change alters the form of a substance, while a chemical change alters its chemical composition.

Front

What is an example of a physical change?

Back

Melting ice.