Science Ch 1 Les 4 - Heat Energy Flashcard (SAVVAS)

Front

Warm air __________.

Back

(a) rises

Front

Cold air __________.

Back

(b) sinks

Front

What is heat conduction?

Back

Heat transfer through direct contact of materials.

Front

Why do Micah's bike tires feel hot after stopping quickly?

Back

They rubbed against the road.

Front

Materials that allow heat to pass through are called __________.

Back

Conductors

Front

What kind of energy is created by rubbing an eraser on a desk?

Back

Heat energy.

Front

What happens to warm air when it rises?

Back

It creates a convection current.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow heat to pass through easily.

Front

Give an example of a good conductor of heat.

Back

Metals like copper and aluminum.

Front

What is convection?

Back

Heat transfer through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).