Motion

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What is motion?

Back

Motion is the change in position of an object over time.

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What are the three types of heat transfer?

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Conduction, convection, and radiation.

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Define conduction.

Back

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

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Define convection.

Back

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

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Define radiation.

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

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What is a distance vs. time graph?

Back

A distance vs. time graph shows how the distance of an object changes over time.

Front

What does a flat line on a distance vs. time graph indicate?

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A flat line indicates that the object is not moving.

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What does a steep line on a distance vs. time graph indicate?

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A steep line indicates that the object is moving quickly.

Front

What is the water cycle?

Back

The water cycle is the continuous movement of water through the Earth's spheres: hydrosphere, atmosphere, lithosphere, and biosphere.

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What is the hydrosphere?

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The hydrosphere includes all the water on Earth, including oceans, rivers, lakes, and groundwater.