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The most usual way to convert thermal energy (i.e., heat) into motion is by means of a steam engine. You boil water, the steam pushes on a piston, and the piston can then move whatever it is that you want to move.

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What does friction convert mechanical energy into?

Friction converts mechanical energy into thermal energy, causing the surfaces in contact to heat up as a result of the resistance to motion.


When thermal energy is added or removed particle motion changes?

When thermal energy is added, particles absorb the energy and their motion increases, leading to higher temperatures. Conversely, when thermal energy is removed, particles lose energy and their motion decreases, causing a decrease in temperature. This relationship between thermal energy and particle motion is described by the kinetic theory of matter.


Is thermal energy the motion of particles?

Yes, thermal energy is the internal energy of an object due to the motion of its particles. It is related to the kinetic energy of the particles as they move and vibrate.


What type of energy is associated with motion of atoms?

The type of energy associated with the motion of atoms is thermal energy, also known as heat energy. It arises from the kinetic energy of particles within a substance as they move and collide with one another. The more rapid the motion of the atoms, the higher the thermal energy of the system.


Why is thermal energy useless?

Thermal energy is not inherently useless; it is a form of energy associated with the motion of particles in a substance. However, in some contexts, thermal energy may be considered less efficient or desirable compared to other forms of energy because it is often difficult to control or convert into useful work without significant loss.

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What does friction convert mechanical energy into?

Friction converts mechanical energy into thermal energy, causing the surfaces in contact to heat up as a result of the resistance to motion.


How does contracting a protostar convert gravitational energy into thermal energy?

Sliding friction tends to convert kinetic energy into thermal energy, thermal energy being heat, kinetic energy being movement.


How do you convert Mass into thermal energy?

You generally need a catalyst or a mechanism to convert the energy. For example to convert fuel (a mass) into thermal energy, oxidizer and a spark are needed.


When thermal energy is added or removed particle motion changes?

When thermal energy is added, particles absorb the energy and their motion increases, leading to higher temperatures. Conversely, when thermal energy is removed, particles lose energy and their motion decreases, causing a decrease in temperature. This relationship between thermal energy and particle motion is described by the kinetic theory of matter.


What devices convert electrical energy to thermal energy?

Toasters, electric heaters, and hair dryers are just a few devices that convert electrical energy to thermal energy.


Is thermal energy the motion of particles?

Yes, thermal energy is the internal energy of an object due to the motion of its particles. It is related to the kinetic energy of the particles as they move and vibrate.


Which energy is due to the random motion of particles?

thermal energy


What is a thermal energy of a substance?

the total energy from molecular motion.


What type of energy is associated with motion of atoms?

The type of energy associated with the motion of atoms is thermal energy, also known as heat energy. It arises from the kinetic energy of particles within a substance as they move and collide with one another. The more rapid the motion of the atoms, the higher the thermal energy of the system.


Why is thermal energy useless?

Thermal energy is not inherently useless; it is a form of energy associated with the motion of particles in a substance. However, in some contexts, thermal energy may be considered less efficient or desirable compared to other forms of energy because it is often difficult to control or convert into useful work without significant loss.


How do you convert thermal energy to mechanical energy?

heat engine


A device that can convert thermal energy into electrical energy?

a Thermocouple