Kinetic and Thermal Energy Quick Check

this is correct for connexus academy 10th grade physical science as of 4/5/2023

What is the best description of thermal energy?
đź’—Thermal energy is the kinetic energy contained in an object or substance due to the movement of its atoms and/or molecules.

What does temperature measure?
đź’—average kinetic energy of the particles in an object or substance

What would happen to a substance at the theoretical temperature of 0 K?
💗 The substance’s particles would stop moving

What happens when thermal energy is applied to a substance?
đź’—Its atoms gain kinetic energy.

Which is the best description of a student applying lifelong learning skills as she investigates kinetic and thermal energy?
đź’—She learns that temperature is the measure of a type of kinetic energy and relates that to what she already knows about kinetic energy.

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(Thermal Energy Physical Science 22/23 on qu1zizz has all the quick checks for the thermal energy unit btw)

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Which option describes the particles of water as the liquid water actively boils?

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The particles will lose kinetic energy and decrease temperature during boiling.
The particles will lose kinetic energy and decrease temperature during boiling.

The particles will have the same average kinetic energy and a decrease in temperature during boiling.
The particles will have the same average kinetic energy and a decrease in temperature during boiling.

The particles will have the same average kinetic energy and the same temperature during boiling.
The particles will have the same average kinetic energy and the same temperature during boiling.

The particles will lose kinetic energy and increase temperature during boiling.
The particles will lose kinetic energy and increase temperature during boiling.

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To determine the answers for the quick check, you likely referred to your course materials or notes. Understanding thermal energy involves recognizing that it is the kinetic energy contained in an object or substance due to the movement of its atoms and/or molecules. This knowledge allows you to select the best description for thermal energy.

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For the question about the theoretical temperature of 0 K, you can apply your knowledge of thermal energy. As the temperature approaches absolute zero, the particles in a substance would stop moving. This understanding guides you to the correct answer.

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Remember, always refer to your course materials, notes, or other reliable sources to confirm and reinforce your understanding of scientific concepts. Great job on completing the quick check, and keep up the good work!