Heat transfer & Earth spheres

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What is the process called when heat is transferred from the sun to your body?

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Radiation

Front

What is the continuous movement of water in the environment called?

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Water Cycle

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the transfer of thermal energy from a warmer object to a colder object known as?

Back

Heat

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

What is the transfer of heat through direct contact between objects called?

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Conduction

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What is the process called when heat is transferred through fluids (liquids and gases) due to movement?

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Convection

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What are the three main methods of heat transfer?

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Conduction, Convection, Radiation

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-3

Front

What is the term for the layer of gases surrounding the Earth?

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Atmosphere

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the solid outer layer of the Earth called?

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Lithosphere

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What is the term for the water component of the Earth, including oceans, rivers, and lakes?

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Hydrosphere

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

Front

What is the process of water vapor turning into liquid water called?

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Condensation

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4