Final Heat Energy Flashcard

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What is heat?

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Heat is the amount of energy that is transferred from one object to another due to a temperature difference.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature measures the average kinetic energy of the molecules in an object.

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What is the difference between heat and temperature?

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Heat is the energy transferred between objects, while temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of molecules.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat from one object to another through direct contact.

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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 in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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What type of heat transfer occurs when you touch a hot stove?

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Conduction occurs when you touch a hot stove.

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What type of heat transfer occurs when warm air rises?

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Convection occurs when warm air rises.

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What is an example of radiation?

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

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How does heat transfer in solids?

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Heat transfers in solids primarily through conduction.