Thermal Equilibrium

Thermal Equilibrium

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7th Grade

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1.

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What is Thermal Equilibrium?

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Thermal equilibrium is the state in which two objects in contact with each other do not exchange heat energy, meaning they are at the same temperature.

2.

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Front

What happens to the temperature of a hot object when it is placed in a cooler environment?

Back

The temperature of the hot object decreases as it loses heat to the cooler environment until thermal equilibrium is reached.

3.

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What is the definition of Convection?

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) where warmer, less dense areas rise and cooler, denser areas sink.

4.

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Front

How does heat transfer occur between two objects of different temperatures?

Back

Heat energy transfers from the object with a higher temperature to the object with a lower temperature.

5.

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What is an example of conduction?

Back

An example of conduction is when a metal spoon gets hot after being placed in a hot pot of soup.

6.

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What is an example of convection in everyday life?

Back

An example of convection is the warm air rising from a heater and circulating around a room.

7.

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What is an example of radiation?

Back

An example of radiation is feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin.

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