Thermal Energy

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What is thermal energy?

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

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What happens to particles in a solid?

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In a solid, particles are closely packed together and vibrate in place.

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What is the difference between kinetic energy and potential energy?

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Kinetic energy is the energy of motion, while potential energy is stored energy based on an object's position or state.

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How does thermal energy transfer occur?

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Thermal energy can transfer through conduction, convection, and radiation.

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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, such as heat from the sun.

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What happens to the temperature of a substance when thermal energy is added?

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When thermal energy is added, the temperature of the substance generally increases.

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What is the state of matter of water at 0°C?

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At 0°C, water can exist as both a solid (ice) and a liquid, depending on the conditions.

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What is the principle of thermal expansion?

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Thermal expansion is the tendency of matter to change in volume in response to a change in temperature.