Thermal Energy

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of all the particles in an object, which is related to its temperature.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is the measure of the average kinetic energy of the 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 or gases) caused by differences in temperature.

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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 infrared radiation.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not conduct heat well, preventing heat transfer.

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What is the boiling point of water on the Celsius scale?

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100 degrees Celsius.

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What is the freezing point of water on the Celsius scale?

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0 degrees Celsius.

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What type of material is a good conductor of heat?

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Metals, such as copper and aluminum, are good conductors of heat.

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What is the role of thermal energy in weather patterns?

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Thermal energy drives weather patterns by causing air movement and changes in temperature.