Heat flashcard

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What is heat?

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Heat is a form of energy that causes the temperature of an object to rise.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows heat to pass through it easily.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow heat to pass through it easily.

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Why do dark colors absorb more heat than light colors?

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Dark colors absorb more heat because they absorb more light energy, while light colors reflect most of the light.

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What happens to ice when it is exposed to heat?

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Ice melts into water when it is exposed to heat.

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What is the best way to keep a drink cold?

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Use an insulator, like a cooler or insulated container, to prevent heat from entering.

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What is the effect of temperature on the melting of ice?

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Higher temperatures cause ice to melt faster.

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What is the relationship between heat and movement?

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Heat causes particles in a substance to move faster.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total energy of all the particles in an object due to their motion.

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How does heat travel?

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Heat travels from warmer objects to cooler objects.