States of Matter, Temperature, Heat

Which has the highest thermal energy?

• A

• B

• C

• A and B are equal

Which statement is true based on the image shown?

• A and B are in thermal equilibrium.

• C is the hottest.

• The molecules of C are moving fastest.

• Thermal energy will transfer from C to B.

Solids do not take the shape of their container.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Thermal energy transfers from a cold object to a hot object. That is why our hand feels cold when we hold an ice cube.

• TRUE

• FALSE

If a substance absorbs thermal energy, its temperature will increase.

• TRUE

• FALSE

The molecules of an object that absorbs thermal energy will move faster.

• TRUE

• FALSE

There are more than 4 states of matter.

• TRUE

• FALSE

In order to change the state of matter, thermal energy must be absorbed or released.

• TRUE

• FALSE

Which of the following will transfer thermal energy?

• condensation

• evaporation

• conduction

• melting

Which method of heat transfer will require physical contact between objects?

• radiation

• convection

• conduction

• boiling