Understanding Thermal Energy

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Thermal Energy

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Energy from heat

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Heat Transfer

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Movement of thermal energy

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Conduction

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Heat transfer through direct contact

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Convection

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Heat transfer through fluids

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Radiation

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Heat transfer through electromagnetic waves

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True or False: Thermal energy can be transferred in a vacuum.

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True

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True or False: Metals are good conductors of heat.

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True

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Compare: Conduction vs. Convection

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Conduction: direct contact; Convection: fluid movement

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Compare: Thermal Energy vs. Temperature

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Thermal Energy: total energy; Temperature: average energy

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True or False: All objects have thermal energy.

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True