What is the best description of thermal energy?
A
Thermal energy is a type of kinetic energy.
Which scenario correctly illustrates heat?
B
cold person’s hands get warmer by holding a rock that has been sitting in the sun
What happens when two substances with different temperatures come into contact?
A
Thermal energy is transferred from the warmer substance to the cooler substance
Why do restaurants wash their dishes with hot water?
C
The molecules of hot water have more kinetic energy than the molecules of cold water, so they will more easily break up grease and leftover food.
Which is the best example of a thermal conductor?
D
copper plating on bottom of a skillet