PS Final Review A

Front

What describes the structure of a solid?

Back

Particles vibrate in place.

Front

What happens when hot coffee is stirred with a spoon?

Back

Heat energy is transferred from the coffee to the spoon.

Front

What is the expected temperature of two blocks after several hours if one is initially hotter?

Back

The temperature of both blocks will be between the temperatures of the two blocks.

Front

Which technology relies on waves to carry energy?

Back

Radio signals moving through the atmosphere.

Front

What happens to energy stored in a chemical bond when it is broken?

Back

It is released.

Front

Define thermal energy.

Back

The total kinetic energy of particles in an object.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

Explain convection.

Back

The transfer of heat by the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

Front

What is radiation in terms of energy transfer?

Back

The transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves.

Front

Define kinetic energy.

Back

The energy of an object due to its motion.