Radiation

Radiation

Assessment

Flashcard

Science

6th Grade

Hard

NGSS
MS-ESS2-6, MS-PS4-2, MS-PS3-3

+5

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Radiation?

Back

Radiation is the transfer of energy through space in the form of waves or particles, such as light or heat.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS4-1

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Convection?

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) where warmer, less dense areas rise and cooler, denser areas sink.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is Conduction?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials, where heat moves from the hotter object to the cooler one.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-3

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is the main source of radiation that reaches Earth?

Back

The Sun is the main source of radiation that reaches Earth, providing light and heat.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-4

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does warm air behave in a room?

Back

Warm air expands, becomes less dense, and rises, while cooler air is denser and sinks.

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Which material absorbs heat the slowest?

Back

Water absorbs heat the slowest compared to soil and sand.

Tags

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of radiation in everyday life?

Back

An example of radiation is the heat you feel from a campfire or the warmth of sunlight on your skin.

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