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Chapter 11 heat vocab
| Question | Answer |
|---|---|
| Heat | Thermal energy that is moving or capable of moving. |
| Specific heat | The amount of heat needed to raise the temperature of a material on degree Celsius. |
| Heat Transfer | The flow of thermal energy from higher temperature to lower temperature. |
| Heat Conduction | The transfer of heat by the direct contact of particles of matter. |
| Thermal Equilibrium | When two objects are at the same temperature and no heat flows. |
| Convection | The transfer of heat by the motion of matter, such as by moving air to water. |
| Thermal Radiation | Electromagnetic waves produced by objects because of their temperature. |