Thermal Energy Review

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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is thermal energy?
Back
Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the total kinetic energy of the particles in an object.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-3
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is conduction?
Back
Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials. Heat moves from the warmer object to the cooler one.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is convection?
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Convection is the transfer of thermal energy through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases). Warmer fluid rises while cooler fluid sinks, creating a circulation pattern.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is thermal equilibrium?
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Thermal equilibrium is the state reached when two objects in contact with each other reach the same temperature and no heat flows between them.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-5
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is the direction of thermal energy flow?
Back
Thermal energy flows from areas of higher temperature to areas of lower temperature until thermal equilibrium is reached.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an insulator?
Back
An insulator is a material that does not conduct heat well, slowing down the transfer of thermal energy.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-3
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is a conductor?
Back
A conductor is a material that allows heat to flow through it easily, facilitating the transfer of thermal energy.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-3
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