Heat Energy

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What is heat energy?

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Heat energy is a form of energy that is transferred between objects due to a temperature difference.

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What are some sources of heat?

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Sources of heat include the sun, fire, rubbing objects together, and electrical appliances.

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What is a thermometer used for?

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A thermometer is a tool used to measure temperature.

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What happens to ice when heat energy is added?

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Ice melts into water when heat energy is added.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the process of heat transfer through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through fluids (liquids and gases) caused by the movement of the fluid.

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat energy through space without the need for a medium, like sunlight.

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What is an example of a good conductor of heat?

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Metals like copper and aluminum are good conductors of heat.

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What is an example of an insulator?

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Materials like wood, plastic, and rubber are good insulators that do not conduct heat well.

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What happens to a popsicle when it is left in the sun?

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A popsicle melts when heat energy from the sun is added.