Heat Energy Review

Front

What type of energy does a campfire produce that is used for cooking?

Back

Thermal energy.

Front

What happens to the particles in water when it is heated?

Back

The particles begin to move faster.

Front

How does heat flow in the process of making tea?

Back

Heat flows from the stove to the kettle, then to the cup, and finally to the spoon.

Front

Which material is the best conductor of heat?

Back

A metal fork.

Front

What is the general rule about how heat moves?

Back

Heat moves from hot objects to cold ones.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

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

Front

What is convection?

Back

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

Front

What is radiation?

Back

Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves.

Front

What is an example of a good insulator?

Back

A foam plastic drink container.