Thermal Energy Flashcard

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through the touching of two objects.

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What are good conductors of heat?

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Metals such as copper, silver, and gold are good conductors.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that conducts heat poorly is called an insulator.

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How many types of heat transfer are there?

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There are three types of heat transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation.

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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 radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation.

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How does thermal induction work?

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Thermal induction uses magnetic fields to generate heat.

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What is an example of a good insulator?

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Materials like rubber, glass, and wood are good insulators.

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What is the difference between conductors and insulators?

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Conductors allow heat to pass through easily, while insulators resist heat transfer.

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What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

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An example of conduction is a metal spoon getting hot when placed in a hot soup.