Heat and Temperature

Flashcards about Heat and Temperature

What is Heat?

A form of energy that moves from warmer objects to cooler one until they reach the same temperature.

What does the particle model of matter explain?

All matter is made of tiny particles that move faster when they are heated.

What is the difference between heat and temperature?

Temperature measures how hot something is, while heat is the energy transferred between objects.

Name three methods of heat transfer.

Conduction, Convection, and Radiation

What are some everyday sources of heat?

The sun, fire, and electric heaters.

In what unit do we measure temperature?

Celsius

Name two alternative energy sources for heating.

Solar and geothermal

What should students understand by the end of the unit?

Understanding the role of thermal energy in daily life and thinking critically about how we use energy responsibly.