Thermal Energy & Heat Transfer

Thermal Energy & Heat Transfer

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7th Grade

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1.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of the particles in a substance, which is related to its temperature.

2.

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What is heat transfer?

Back

Heat transfer is the movement of thermal energy from one object or substance to another due to a temperature difference.

3.

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Front

What is conduction?

Back

Conduction is the process of heat transfer through direct contact between materials, where faster-moving particles transfer energy to slower-moving particles.

4.

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Front

What is convection?

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature and density.

5.

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What is radiation?

Back

Radiation is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves, such as light or infrared radiation, without the need for a medium.

6.

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Front

What is the difference between kinetic energy and potential energy?

Back

Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position or state.

7.

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What is sublimation?

Back

Sublimation is the process in which a solid changes directly into a gas without passing through the liquid state.

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