Thermal Energy & Transforming Energy

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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 determines its temperature.

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How can thermal energy be increased in a substance?

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By increasing the temperature of the substance.

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What is potential energy?

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Potential energy is the stored energy in an object due to its position or state.

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What happens to potential energy as an object falls?

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It is converted to kinetic energy as the object moves downward.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of an object in motion.

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What is convection?

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

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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How does energy transform during a space shuttle launch?

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Chemical energy from the fuel is transformed into kinetic energy, thermal energy, and sound energy.

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What is an example of energy transfer through convection?

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Feeling warm air while standing in front of a blower from a heating system.