Amplify Thermal Energy Review

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Equilibrium

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A balanced state in which a system is stable, such as when two samples are at the same temperature.

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Energy can't be created or destroyed.

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True

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Which statement is correct about this Thermal Energy Simulator?

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Sample A had less energy than Sample B at the start.

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After taking a hot shower, James steps out of the shower onto the tile floor. The tile felt cold to his feet. Which explanation below best describes James' experience?

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Heat from his feet is transferred to the tile floor.

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Infer

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To reach a conclusion using evidence and reasoning.

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Thermal Energy

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The total kinetic energy of all the particles in a substance.

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Conduction

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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Convection

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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Radiation

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The transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves.

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Heat Transfer

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The movement of thermal energy from one object to another.