heat Flashcards
1
Q
heat
A
The energy transferred between objects that are at different temperatures
2
Q
thermal energy
A
The kinetic energy of a substances atoms.
3
Q
thermal conduction
A
the transfer of energy as heat though a material.
4
Q
thermal conductor
A
A material through which energy can be transferred as heat.
5
Q
thermal insulator
A
A material that reduces or prevents the transfer of heat
6
Q
convection
A
The transfer of thermal energy by the circulation or movement of a liquid or gas
7
Q
radiation
A
the transfer of energy as electromagnetic waves.
8
Q
specific heat
A
The quantity of heat requires to raise a unit mass of homogeneous material 1k or 1C in a specified way given constant pressure and volume.
