Thermal Energy 1

Front

What is the energy an object has because it is moving?

Back

Kinetic energy

Front

When two things are in contact, their molecules collide, and kinetic energy transfers from the faster-moving molecules to the ____________ molecules.

Back

Slower-moving

Front

What does it mean to reach a conclusion using evidence and reasoning?

Back

Infer

Front

What is a set of interacting parts forming a complex whole called?

Back

System

Front

What is a balanced state in which a system is stable, such as when two or more samples are at the same temperature?

Back

Equilibrium

Front

What is the term for the energy that is stored in an object due to its position or arrangement?

Back

Potential energy

Front

What is the process called when heat energy is transferred through direct contact?

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the transfer of heat energy through fluids (liquids and gases) called?

Back

Convection

Front

What is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves called?

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Radiation

Front

What is the measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance?

Back

Temperature