Thermal Energy

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What is thermal energy?

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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of particles in a substance, which is related to its temperature.

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What is the first step in solving a problem?

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Define the problem.

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What state of matter has closely spaced atoms that vibrate in fixed positions?

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Solid.

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What is kinetic energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion.

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What is a chemical reaction?

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A process that creates new substances from existing substances and can absorb or release thermal energy.

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What happens to thermal energy when a substance is heated?

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The thermal energy increases, causing the particles to move faster.

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What is the relationship between temperature and thermal energy?

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Temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of thermal energy through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of thermal energy through electromagnetic waves.

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