OpenSciEd 6.2: Thermal Energy

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total energy of all the particles in an object due to their motion and position. It is related to temperature and heat.

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What are the three states of matter?

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The three states of matter are solid, liquid, and gas. Each state has different properties based on particle arrangement and energy.

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How do particles behave in a solid?

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In a solid, particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place, giving solids a definite shape and volume.

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How do particles behave in a liquid?

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In a liquid, particles are close together but can move past one another, allowing liquids to take the shape of their container while maintaining a definite volume.

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How do particles behave in a gas?

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In a gas, particles are far apart and move freely, filling the entire space of their container and having no definite shape or volume.

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What happens to water when it freezes?

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When water freezes, its particles lose energy and move closer together, forming a solid structure known as ice.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water gains energy and changes into water vapor (gas) at temperatures below boiling point.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the process where water vapor (gas) loses energy and changes back into liquid water, often seen as droplets on a cold surface.

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What is a closed system?

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A closed system is a physical system that does not allow matter to enter or leave, but energy can be exchanged with the surroundings.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion. The faster an object moves, the more kinetic energy it has.

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