Energy and States of Matter Vocab Flashcard

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State of matter with a definite volume but no definite shape.

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Liquid

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A small particle that is the building block of matter.

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Atom

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Energy transferred through electromagnetic waves, does not need matter to travel.

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Radiation

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The transfer of thermal energy from a region of high temperature to a region of lower temperature.

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Heat

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The energy an object has due to its motion.

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Kinetic Energy

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The state of matter that has a definite shape and volume.

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Solid

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The state of matter that has no definite shape or volume, takes the shape of its container.

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Gas

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The energy stored in an object due to its position or arrangement.

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Potential Energy

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The process of heat transfer through direct contact between materials.

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Conduction

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

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Convection