Thermal Energy Review

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What is a good conductor of heat?

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Silver is a good conductor of heat.

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What is the best example of heat being transferred by conduction?

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Rocks buried in sand absorbing heat from surrounding sand.

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At what temperature does water freeze on the Fahrenheit scale?

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Water freezes at 32 degrees Fahrenheit.

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What is the total energy of all the particles in a substance called?

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Thermal energy.

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What is absolute zero on the Kelvin scale?

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Absolute zero is 0 Kelvin.

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What is conduction?

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

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves.

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What is the difference between temperature and thermal energy?

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Temperature measures the average kinetic energy of particles, while thermal energy is the total energy of all particles in a substance.

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What materials are considered good insulators?

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Materials like wood, paper, and air are considered good insulators.