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False. The thermal energy itself is the heat, whether or not it happens to be flowing.

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False. Heat is energy in transit from a body at a higher temperature to a body at a lower temperature.

The term, 'thermal energy', is long-obsolete, and doesn't describe 'heat'. It has been replaced by the term 'internal energy' which describes the energy due to the vibration of the molecules/atoms that make up an object.

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The heat from the sun reaches Earth through convection true or false?

False. The heat from the sun reaches Earth through radiation, which is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves. Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids or gases.


Is the following true or false The Earth system is powered by energy from the sun and the Earth's exterior?

True. The Earth system is powered by energy from the sun, which drives processes such as climate, weather, and the water cycle. The Earth's interior also provides some energy through geothermal processes, but the majority of energy comes from the sun.


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True. When water vapor condenses, it releases a significant amount of latent heat energy. In the context of hurricanes, this energy is a crucial factor that helps to fuel their growth and intensity. As the warm water evaporates and condenses, it releases energy that contributes to the formation and strengthening of the storm.


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Source of heat and light energy produced by stars?

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Is it true or false that a gas absorbs energy as it changes into a liquid?

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