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What is thermal energy?(3 points)
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Thermal energy refers to the energy generated by the movement of particles within a substance. It is typically associated with the temperature of an object or substance. Here are three key points about thermal energy:
1. Molecular movement: Thermal energy is produced by the kinetic energy of molecules. As particles move, they generate heat, which we perceive as thermal energy.
2. Temperature impact: The amount of thermal energy in an object is directly proportional to its temperature. Higher temperatures indicate more molecular movement and consequently, higher thermal energy.
3. Heat transfer: Thermal energy can be transferred from one object to another through processes such as conduction, convection, and radiation. This transfer occurs until there is thermal equilibrium, where objects reach the same temperature.
1. Molecular movement: Thermal energy is produced by the kinetic energy of molecules. As particles move, they generate heat, which we perceive as thermal energy.
2. Temperature impact: The amount of thermal energy in an object is directly proportional to its temperature. Higher temperatures indicate more molecular movement and consequently, higher thermal energy.
3. Heat transfer: Thermal energy can be transferred from one object to another through processes such as conduction, convection, and radiation. This transfer occurs until there is thermal equilibrium, where objects reach the same temperature.
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