Thermal Energy

Front

What is the energy of motion called?

Back

Kinetic energy.

Front

What is a process that creates new substances from existing substances and can absorb or release thermal energy?

Back

Chemical reaction.

Front

What state of matter has atoms that are constantly moving around and bumping into each other?

Back

Liquid.

Front

What do engineers design and build things to solve?

Back

Problems.

Front

What is the final step in problem-solving that involves assessing your solutions?

Back

Evaluating your solutions.

Front

What is the term for the energy stored in an object due to its position or state?

Back

Potential energy.

Front

What is the measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance?

Back

Temperature.

Front

What is the transfer of thermal energy from one object to another called?

Back

Heat transfer.

Front

What are the three main methods of heat transfer?

Back

Conduction, convection, and radiation.

Front

What is the process called when a liquid turns into a gas?

Back

Evaporation.