Thermal Energy Quiz

How does thermal energy change with temperature?

• It decreases as temperature increases.

• It remains constant as temperature increases.

• It increases as temperature increases.

• It fluctuates randomly as temperature increases.

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In what unit is heat measured?

• Watts

• Newtons

• Joules

• Volts

What is the term used to describe the flow of thermal energy?

• Conduction

• Radiation

• Convection

• Heat transfer

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Which statement best describes the concept of "cold" in thermal energy?

• Cold is a type of energy

• Cold is the absence of heat

• Cold is a form of radiation

• Cold is a type of matter

Which of the following is a correct statement about heat flow?

• Heat flows from cold to hot

• Heat flows from hot to cold

• Heat does not flow

• Heat flows in a vacuum

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Which state of matter is the best conductor of heat?

• Gases

• Liquids

• Solids

• Plasma

What is the primary method of heat transfer in metals?

• Convection

• Radiation

• Conduction

• Insulation

What role do particles play in conduction?

• They move freely in all directions

• They vibrate in place

• They are in direct contact

• They emit radiation

What is the process of energy transfer through electromagnetic waves called?

• Conduction

• Convection

• Radiation

• Reflection

Radiation can travel between which of the following?

• Only within solids

• Only within liquids

• Between molecules

• Only within gases

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