Thermal Energy

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of the particles in a substance, which is related to its temperature.

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How does temperature affect molecular movement?

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As temperature increases, molecules move faster due to increased kinetic energy.

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What happens to water when it boils?

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When water boils, it changes from a liquid to a gas due to the addition of thermal energy.

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What is the boiling point of water?

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The boiling point of water is 100 degrees Celsius (212 degrees Fahrenheit) at standard atmospheric pressure.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion; in the context of thermal energy, it refers to the movement of particles.

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What is the relationship between temperature and kinetic energy?

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Higher temperature means higher average kinetic energy of particles.

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What is a phase change?

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A phase change is a transition of matter from one state to another, such as from solid to liquid or liquid to gas.

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What form of energy is responsible for heating water?

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Thermal energy is responsible for heating water.

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What is the difference between boiling and evaporation?

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Boiling occurs at a specific temperature throughout the liquid, while evaporation can occur at any temperature at the surface of the liquid.

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What happens to the temperature of water as it boils?

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The temperature of water remains constant at its boiling point until all the water has turned to gas.

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