Energy Transfer, Sea Level Rise, Albedo, Particle Drawings

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What happens to sea levels if the ice covering Earth melts?

Back

Sea levels will increase.

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What object has an albedo score of 1?

Back

Fresh clean snow.

Front

Which surface has the highest albedo effect?

Back

Snow.

Front

What occurs to particles in an object at higher temperatures?

Back

Particles in an object move faster.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of thermal energy through solids.

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What is albedo?

Back

The measure of how much light that hits a surface is reflected without being absorbed.

Front

What effect does a high albedo surface have on temperature?

Back

It reflects more sunlight, leading to cooler temperatures.

Front

What is the primary cause of sea level rise?

Back

Melting ice caps and glaciers, along with thermal expansion of seawater.

Front

How does the albedo effect influence climate change?

Back

Lower albedo surfaces absorb more heat, contributing to global warming.

Front

What is thermal energy?

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The total kinetic energy of particles in a substance.