thermal energy Flashcards
1
Q
what is thermal energy
A
thermal energy is the total kinetic (motion energy) of the molecules that make up matter.
The faster the molecules move, the warmer the object is.
2
Q
what is heat
A
heat is a transfer of movement of thermal energy moving fast.
3
Q
what is conduction
A
conduction is heat that transfers that to another object.
4
Q
what is convection
A
heat transfer through air or liquid.
5
Q
what is radiation
A
invisible heat waves
6
Q
what is a conductor
A
they are materials that allow heat energy to move through easily.
7
Q
what is an insulator
A
materials that don’t allow heat transfer
8
Q
what is thermal equilibrium
A
thermal equilibrium is when a hot and cold temperature even out.
9
Q
what is the law of conservation of energy
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10
Q
who is the greatest six grade teacher
A
Mrs. Newell
