Thermal Energy Transfer

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What is thermal energy transfer?

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The process of heat moving from one object or substance to another due to a temperature difference.

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What is thermal equilibrium?

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A state in which two objects in contact with each other reach the same temperature, resulting in no net heat transfer.

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What is the relationship between kinetic energy and temperature in thermal equilibrium?

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They are equal.

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What is the relationship between kinetic energy and temperature?

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They are directly proportional.

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What is an example of thermal energy transfer into a system?

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A pot of water boiling on a stove.

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Which material is a good conductor of thermal energy?

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Metal.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy of motion.

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What is potential energy?

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The energy of position or stored energy.

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How does thermal energy transfer occur?

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Through conduction, convection, and radiation.

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.