Atoms and Energy Transfer Review

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The law that states that energy cannot be created or destroyed is known as...

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The Law of Conservation of Energy.

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The flow of charges through a conductor is known as...

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Electricity.

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Incandescent light bulbs provide light, but 98% of the energy is 'lost'. Where does it go?

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Converted into heat energy.

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What is the unit for energy?

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J (Joule).

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What is an atom?

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The basic unit of a chemical element, consisting of a nucleus surrounded by electrons.

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What are the three main parts of an atom?

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Protons, neutrons, and electrons.

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What is energy transfer?

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The process of energy moving from one place or object to another.

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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The transfer of heat by the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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What is radiation?

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The transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves.