Thermal Energy

Front

What is the process called when matter loses thermal energy and changes from a gas to a liquid?

Back

Condensation

Front

What do we call the series of steps that engineers follow when solving problems?

Back

The engineering process

Front

What do engineers design and build things to solve?

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Problems

Front

What is matter in which atoms are closely spaced and vibrate in a fixed position?

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Solid

Front

What is the motion of atoms or molecules within a substance called?

Back

Thermal energy

Front

What is the term for the amount of thermal energy required to raise the temperature of a substance?

Back

Specific heat

Front

What is the state of matter where atoms are far apart and move freely?

Back

Gas

Front

What is the state of matter that has a definite volume but takes the shape of its container?

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Liquid

Front

What is the measure of the average kinetic energy of particles in a substance?

Back

Temperature

Front

What is the transfer of thermal energy from one object to another called?

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Heat transfer