Vocabulary - Thermal Energy Unit (Amplify)

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of all the molecules that make up a sample.

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What is a molecule?

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A molecule is a group of atoms joined together in a particular way.

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What is a collision?

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A collision is the moment when two objects hit each other.

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What does it mean to infer?

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To infer is to reach a conclusion using evidence and reasoning.

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What does it mean to transfer?

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To transfer is to move from one object to another or one place to another.

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What is kinetic energy?

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

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance.

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What is equilibrium?

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Equilibrium is a state in which opposing forces or influences are balanced.

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What is a system in science?

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A system is a group of interacting or interdependent components that form a complex whole.

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What is a change in energy?

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A change in energy refers to the transformation of energy from one form to another.