Thermal Energy

Front

What is the formula to calculate heat energy required to raise the temperature of any substance?

Back

Q = mc∆t

Front

What method of thermal energy transfer moves through empty space?

Back

Radiation

Front

What type of heat transfer takes place best in solids?

Back

Conduction

Front

On the Celsius scale, what is the boiling point of water?

Back

100°C

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs when two objects are in direct contact?

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the term for the transfer of heat through fluids (liquids and gases)?

Back

Convection

Front

What is the term for the transfer of thermal energy without the movement of matter?

Back

Radiation

Front

What is the specific heat capacity of water?

Back

4.18 J/g°C

Front

What happens to the temperature of a substance during a phase change?

Back

It remains constant.

Front

What is thermal equilibrium?

Back

When two objects reach the same temperature and no heat flows between them.