24 Thermal Energy Unit Test Review

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What is an endothermic process?

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A process that absorbs thermal energy.

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How does heat transfer when you touch a hot stove?

Back

Heat transfers from the stove to your hand.

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What is the BEST example of a conductor?

Back

A metal spoon.

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What is true about the particles that make up all matter?

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The particles that make up all matter are constantly in motion.

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What is the BEST example of an insulator?

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A plastic cup.

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Define thermal energy.

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance.

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What is conduction?

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

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What is convection?

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

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves.

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What is a good example of a thermal conductor?

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Metals like copper and aluminum are good thermal conductors.