Thermal Energy Transfer

Front

What happens to particles when more heat is supplied to a system?

Back

They speed up.

Front

Heat transfers from an area of ____ temperature to an area of ___ temperature.

Back

High to low.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

Heat transfer by touch.

Front

What is convection?

Back

Movement of fluids (liquids and gases) that transfers heat.

Front

What is radiation?

Back

Transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves.

Front

What is thermal equilibrium?

Back

The state when two objects reach the same temperature and no heat flows between them.

Front

What is an example of conduction?

Back

Touching a hot stove.

Front

What is an example of convection?

Back

Hot air rising in the atmosphere.

Front

What is an example of radiation?

Back

Feeling warmth from the sun.

Front

What is the main principle of thermal energy transfer?

Back

Heat moves from areas of high temperature to areas of low temperature.