Earth's Energy Budget & Energy Distribution

Earth's Energy Budget & Energy Distribution

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6th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What happens to molecules in air or water when they are heated?

Back

The molecules move faster and farther apart, causing them to rise.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Earth's energy budget?

Back

It is like an equation where energy in = energy out.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of energy distribution causes macaroni to rise and fall in boiling water?

Back

Convection.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the energy distribution called when electromagnetic waves from the sun heat our atmosphere?

Back

Radiation.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What type of energy distribution occurs when chocolate melts in your hands?

Back

Conduction.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define conduction.

Back

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

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Define convection.

Back

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

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