Generation Genius- Intro to Thermal Energy (Genius Challenge)

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All matter has thermal energy because atoms are constantly ______________.

Which would have more thermal energy: a cup of room temperature water or a cup of cold water?

Removing thermal energy from liquid water can cause it to change to what state?

Give two everyday examples of the thermal energy of a substance being INCREASED.

Give two everyday examples of the thermal energy of a substance being DECREASED.

In which substance are molecules moving the fastest?

• Solid water (ice)
• Liquid water
• Water vapor (gas)

Hand warmers and instant cold packs use _____________________ that release or absorb thermal energy.

If you sprain your ankle and place a cold pack on it, in which direction does thermal energy move?

If you sprain your ankle and place a cold pack on it, how does the motion of molecules in your ankle change?