Heat Energy

2. scale metric temperature scale on which 0K represents absolute zero, the freezing point of water is 273K, and the boiling point of water is 373K
3. substance that transfers heat more easily and rapidly than other substances
6. substance that does not conduct heat easily
9. measure of the motion of molecules
11. device that helps control the temperature in an indoor area or in an appliance
12. scale metric temperatures scale on which water freezes at 0°C and boils at 100°C

1. energy energy that a moving object has due to its motion; energy of motion
3. heat transfer through a substance or from one substance to another by direct contact of molecules
4. zero Temperature at which all molecular motion ceases; lowest possible temperature (0 K, -273°C)
5. heat transfer in liquids and gases by means of convection currents
7. transfer movement of heat from a warmer object to a cooler one
8. tiny particles of matter that is always in motion
10. heat transfer through space