Thermal Energy 1

Front

What happens to the liquid in a thermometer when it gets colder?

Back

The particles in the liquid move slower and contract.

Front

What occurs to the molecules of Sample A when it absorbs thermal energy?

Back

The molecules increase energy and spread further apart.

Front

What state of matter are the molecules of Sample A most likely showing?

Back

Liquid

Front

What happens to the motion of molecules when temperature is increased?

Back

The motion of molecules increases.

Front

What is the term for moving energy from one object to another?

Back

Transfer

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

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

Front

How do particles behave in a solid state?

Back

Particles are tightly packed and vibrate in place.

Front

What is the effect of heating a gas?

Back

Heating a gas causes its particles to move faster and spread apart.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is convection?

Back

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