Heat Energy & Friction

Front

When you rub your hands together, friction is transformed into ___________ energy.

Back

thermal

Front

The flow of thermal energy from warmer objects to cooler objects is called __________.

Back

Heat

Front

_______ is a tool used to measure temperature.

Back

thermometer

Front

Why should Mrs. Gattullo use oven mitts when taking cookies out of a hot oven?

Back

The oven mitts will protect her hands from the heat.

Front

Which action creates the MOST friction and heat?

Back

rubbing your bare hands together many times in a row.

Front

What is friction?

Back

Friction is a force that opposes motion between two surfaces that are in contact.

Front

What happens to the temperature of an object when it absorbs heat?

Back

The temperature of the object increases.

Front

What is thermal energy?

Back

Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

Front

What is the purpose of a thermometer?

Back

A thermometer measures the temperature of an object.

Front

How can you create heat using friction?

Back

By rubbing two surfaces together, like your hands.