6th Energy Unit

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What is thermal energy?

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The motion of atoms or molecules within a substance.

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Why do atoms have kinetic energy?

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Because they are always vibrating.

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What is heat?

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The transfer of thermal energy from a hotter area to a colder area.

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How does temperature relate to kinetic energy?

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Cold things often have a lower kinetic energy because particles are moving around less.

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What do we measure temperature with?

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Celsius or Fahrenheit degrees.

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What is kinetic energy?

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The energy an object has due to its motion.

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What happens to thermal energy when a substance is heated?

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It increases, causing the particles to move faster.

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What is the relationship between temperature and thermal energy?

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Higher temperature means higher thermal energy.

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).