Thermo review c1

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What is a thermometer?

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A thermometer is a device used to measure temperature.

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True or False: A slower particle has a lower energy than an identical, faster particle.

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True

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How does heat move to melt ice?

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Heat moves from the water to the ice.

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What happens when two cups of water at different temperatures are mixed?

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The final temperature will be between the two initial temperatures.

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In which direction does thermal energy flow?

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Thermal energy flows from hot to cold.

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What is thermal equilibrium?

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Thermal equilibrium is the state in which two bodies in contact do not exchange heat, meaning they are at the same temperature.

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Define conduction.

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through a material without the movement of the material itself.

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What is convection?

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

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Explain radiation in terms of heat transfer.

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Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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What is specific heat capacity?

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Specific heat capacity is the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one gram of a substance by one degree Celsius.