6.2 Thermal Energy Lessons 4-6 Quiz

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23 questions
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Which state of matter has particles that are tightly packed together?

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Which statement is true about gas particles?

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Which state of matter takes the shape of its container?

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What is happening to the liquid water that can explain why the mass of the cup system deceases over time?

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What is a practical wa to measure if mass is lost from the cup systems during the experiement?

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When discussing other methods to determine if the water amount decreases without a scale, which method is most reliable?

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If we completely sealed off the cup so no matter could get in or out, why would the temperature of the liquid inside still change?

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How could time-lapse or slow-motion videos help if you didn't have a scale for measuring mass?

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Why do droplets form on the outside of a cold pitcher?

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What should you conclude if the colored water inside does not change the color of the droplets outside?

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Which experiment setup best confirms the source of the water droplets on the outside of a cup?

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How can the structure of solid particles explain why water cannot leak through the walls of the cup?

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Why is it important that the mass of the cups was measured immediately after adding the cold water?

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What conclusion can be drawn from seeing droplets form on an empty chilled cup?

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Which cup do you think warmed up more after 10 minutes? Why?

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In what units was the temperature of the water measured?

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What happens to the water particles in the cup with the new lid compared to the old lid?

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Imagine we could zoom in to a point where the liquid meets the wall of the cup. What do we think is happening to water molecules there?

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How does this model help you visualize why water molecules can move freely between other water molecules but can't go through the particles the plastic cup wall is made of?

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What is happening to water molecules in the air where it meets the lid of the cup? Explain your reasoning.

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Why can'twater from the inside leak through the walls of the cup? Explain your reasoning.

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What is the difference between a closed system and an open system? Explain your reasoning.

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Think about times you have gotten a hot drink. What are some strategies cup designers have used to maintain the temperature for longer times? Explain your reasoning.