Thermal Energy Flashcards
1
Q
The total kinetic energy of all particles in a substance.
A
Thermal Energy
2
Q
What is the measurement?
A
Joules and Calories
3
Q
The energy transferred from an object at a higher temperature to an object to a lower temperature to an object at a lower temperature.
A
Heat
4
Q
Energy in the form of heat always flows…
A
Hot to Cold
5
Q
The transfer of energy as heat from one substance to another through direct contact
A
Conduction
6
Q
A material that transfer heat very well
A
Conductor
7
Q
A material that is a poor conductor of heat
A
Insulator
8
Q
The transfer of energy as heat by the movement of liquid or gas.
A
Convection
9
Q
The transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves
A
Radiation
