7th Benchmark 2 Review

Front

What happens to thermal energy when a cup of hot chocolate is put in the microwave?

Back

Thermal energy is added to the hot chocolate.

Front

What is the term for energy transferred between two objects with varying temperatures?

Back

Heat.

Front

Why is runoff important in the water cycle?

Back

It returns water to other locations on Earth.

Front

In which direction does a cold front near Florida typically move?

Back

South.

Front

What happens to an ice cube when thermal energy is applied?

Back

It melts.

Front

Define thermal energy.

Back

The total energy of all the particles in an object.

Front

What is the difference between heat and temperature?

Back

Heat is the energy transferred due to temperature difference, while temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of particles.

Front

What is condensation in the water cycle?

Back

The process where water vapor cools and changes into liquid water.

Front

What is evaporation?

Back

The process where liquid water turns into water vapor.

Front

Explain the term 'energy transfer'.

Back

The movement of energy from one object or system to another.