Big Idea 10 and 11

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What is energy transfer?

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Energy transfer is the process of moving energy from one place to another, such as from a person's muscles to a ball when thrown.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through a material without the material itself moving, often occurring in solids.

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What materials are good conductors of heat?

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Good conductors of heat include metals like aluminum, copper, and iron.

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What is reflection of light?

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Reflection of light is when light bounces off a surface, such as a mirror.

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What is absorption of light?

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Absorption of light is when light is taken in by a material, converting it to other forms of energy.

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter, often felt as heat.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity or heat to flow through it easily.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity or heat to flow through it easily.

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What happens when a match burns?

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When a match burns, it produces light energy and thermal energy.

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What is the role of energy in throwing a ball?

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Energy from the muscles is transferred to the ball, allowing it to move and fly through the air.