What is thermal insulation?
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Thermal insulation is the process of reducing the transfer of heat between objects in thermal contact or in range of radiative influence. Insulators are materials that do not conduct heat well.
2.
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Which material is a poor thermal insulator?
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Aluminum is a poor thermal insulator compared to materials like cardboard, rubber, and plastic.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the property of a material that allows it to conduct thermal energy?
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Thermal conductivity is the property of a material that allows it to conduct thermal energy.
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What is density?
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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume, often expressed in grams per cubic centimeter (g/cm³).
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What happens when an object is less dense than water?
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An object that is less dense than water will float on the surface of the water.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is erosion?
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Erosion is the process by which soil and rock are removed from the Earth's surface by natural processes such as wind or water flow.
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What is weathering?
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Weathering is the breaking down of rocks and minerals through contact with the Earth's atmosphere, waters, and biological organisms.
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