Thermal Energy Review

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of all the particles in an object, which is related to its temperature.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in an object.

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What happens to particles in a solid?

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In a solid, particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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What happens to particles in a liquid?

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In a liquid, particles are close together but can slide past one another, allowing liquids to flow.

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What happens to particles in a gas?

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In a gas, particles are far apart and move freely, filling the space available.

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What is heat?

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

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What is specific heat?

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Specific heat is the amount of heat required to raise the temperature of 1 kilogram of a substance by 1 degree Celsius.

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How does increasing the mass of ice affect thermal energy transfer?

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Increasing the mass of ice requires more thermal energy to melt, demonstrating the relationship between mass and energy.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of thermal energy through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).