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Thermal energy is defined as
Thermal energy is defined as
- The energy an object has as a result of its motion.
- The energy that transfers from a substance whose particles have a higher kinetic energy to a substance whose particles have a lower kinetic energy.
- The total kinetic energy of all particles in a substance. (correct)
- The energy released when objects burn.
Who theorized that heat was a form of energy resulting from friction?
Who theorized that heat was a form of energy resulting from friction?
- Empedocles
- Caloric theory
- Julius Mayer
- Count Rumford (correct)
Which early theory of heat believed that heat consists of a fluid called caloric that flows from hotter bodies to colder bodies?
Which early theory of heat believed that heat consists of a fluid called caloric that flows from hotter bodies to colder bodies?
- Caloric theory (correct)
- Empedocles' theory
- Julius Mayer's theory
- Count Rumford's theory
What did Julius find about the sailors from colder climates?
What did Julius find about the sailors from colder climates?
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Who came up with the mechanical equivalent of heat, called the JOULE (J)?
Who came up with the mechanical equivalent of heat, called the JOULE (J)?
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What did scientists discover about heat after further investigations and observations?
What did scientists discover about heat after further investigations and observations?
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