Energy

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object due to its motion.

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What are waves that can transfer heat through the vacuum of empty space?

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Electromagnetic waves are waves that can transfer heat through the vacuum of empty space.

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What is conduction?

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

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Give an example of heat being transferred by conduction.

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An ice cube melting in a person’s hand is an example of heat being transferred by conduction.

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What type of energy transformation occurs when a flashlight shines?

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The energy transformation is chemical → electrical → light.

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What does the Theory of the Conservation of Energy state?

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The Theory of the Conservation of Energy states that energy can never be created nor destroyed; it can only change its form from one type to another.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy of an object due to its position or state.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance, related to its temperature.

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What is the difference between conduction and convection?

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Conduction is heat transfer through direct contact, while convection is heat transfer through the movement of fluids.

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What is an example of electromagnetic waves?

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Light waves are an example of electromagnetic waves.

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