Understanding Thermal Energy

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'Hot' in thermal energy

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High thermal energy or lots of particle motion

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Insulator

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Material that does not easily allow heat to pass through

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Label A color change: white to orange

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Indicates cooling of liquid in cup

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Location of highest heat

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C

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Direction of thermal energy transfer

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Hot to cold

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Individual A stationary, Individual B intense workout

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Most accurate statement based on thermal image

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Why does the metal spoon feel hotter than the wooden spoon?

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Wood is an insulator; it prevents thermal energy transfer.

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Heat

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Energy from particle movement

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Effect of heat on gas particles

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Move faster, vibrations intensify

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Temperature

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Average kinetic energy of particles