Thermos Engineering

Thermos Engineering

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Science

6th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Barbara White

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Kinetic Energy Noun

[ki-net-ik en-er-jee]

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Kinetic Energy


The energy that an object or particle has because of its motion, which is fundamental to energy transfer.

Example: A ball rolling down a slope demonstrates kinetic energy as it moves.
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2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Conduction Noun

[kuhn-duhk-shun]

Back

Conduction


The transfer of kinetic energy from one particle to another through direct contact or physical collision.

Example: Heating one end of a metal bar transfers thermal energy to the cooler end.
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3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Particle Noun

[pahr-ti-kuhl]

Back

Particle


A very small piece of matter that makes up all substances and can transfer energy through collisions.

Example: Particles collide to transfer energy, showing how matter interacts at a small scale.
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4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Insulation Noun

[in-suh-ley-shuhn]

Back

Insulation


The use of specific materials to reduce the rate of energy transfer between an object and its surroundings.

Example: A vacuum flask uses a vacuum and reflective surfaces to insulate and reduce heat transfer.
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5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Insulator Noun

[in-suh-ley-ter]

Back

Insulator


A material that is a poor conductor of energy and is specifically used to reduce unwanted energy transfer.

Example: The image shows how an insulator reduces energy transfer by limiting particle movement.
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6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Vacuum Noun

[vak-yoom]

Back

Vacuum


A space that is completely empty and contains no particles of matter, making it an excellent insulator.

Example: The vacuum between the flask walls prevents heat transfer, keeping liquids hot or cold.
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7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Criteria Noun

[krahy-teer-ee-uh]

Back

Criteria


The specific requirements or standards that a design or solution must meet in order to be considered successful.

Example: A checklist showing specific requirements a thermos design must meet to be successful.
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