Thermal Energy

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter. It is the total kinetic energy of the particles in an object.

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What are the three methods of thermal energy transfer?

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The three methods of thermal energy transfer are conduction, convection, and radiation.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of thermal energy through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases) caused by differences in temperature.

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of thermal energy through electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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What does the Kinetic Theory of Matter state?

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The Kinetic Theory of Matter states that all particles of matter are in constant motion.

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How does thermal energy move between areas?

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Thermal energy always moves from areas of high heat to areas of low heat.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not conduct heat well, preventing thermal energy transfer.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows heat to pass through it easily.

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What type of energy do moving particles have?

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Moving particles have kinetic energy.