S8P2 Milestone Review

Front

What caused the crayon to melt on a dark driveway in bright sunlight?

Back

Solar radiation heated the driveway and then heat transferred to the crayon by conduction.

Front

What is the highest part of a transverse wave called?

Back

Crest

Front

At which point does the ball have the maximum kinetic energy?

Back

C

Front

What is the process called when warm air rises and cool air sinks?

Back

Convection

Front

What type of energy is NOT transformed by a microwave oven?

Back

Solar

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is convection?

Back

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

Front

What is radiation?

Back

The transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves.

Front

What is a transverse wave?

Back

A wave in which the motion of the medium is perpendicular to the direction of the wave.

Front

What is a trough in a wave?

Back

The lowest part of a transverse wave.