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Thermal Energy
Term | Definition |
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Conduction | The transfer of heat that occurs when two objects of different temperatures touch; matter must be in direct contact |
Convection | The transfer of heat from one place to another, when matter is in direct contact and is in motion due to density changes in liquid or gas |
Electromagnetic Waves | A form of energy emitted and absorbed by charged particles |
Radiation | The transfer of heat that occurs through empty space, matter need not be in direct contact or be present |
Thermal Energy | The energy of heat, which transfers from hotter objects to colder objects |