Science Unit 2: Heat

Front

What is heat?

Back

In Science, heat is energy that moves from warmer objects to cooler objects.

Front

Which color absorbs the most heat radiation from the sun?

Back

Black

Front

What type of handle on a cooking pan gets hot?

Back

Metal

Front

True or False: Things that give off light often give off heat as well.

Back

True

Front

What should you wear if the temperature is warm?

Back

Jeans, t-shirt, and sneakers.

Front

What is the effect of heat on objects?

Back

Heat can cause objects to expand or change state (like melting).

Front

What is a good conductor of heat?

Back

Metal is a good conductor of heat.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

An insulator is a material that does not conduct heat well, like wood or plastic.

Front

How does heat travel?

Back

Heat travels from warmer areas to cooler areas.

Front

What happens to ice when heat is applied?

Back

Ice melts into water when heat is applied.