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6.1.1 Units of Thermal Energy
Thermal Energy: The energy in an object or system due to the movement of its molecules and atoms. Joule (J): The SI unit of heat or thermal energy. Calorie (cal): The heat or thermal energy required to raise the temperature of one gram of water from 14.5°C to 15.5°C.
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6.1.1 Units of Thermal Energy
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Thermal Energy: The energy in an object or system due to the movement of its molecules and atoms. Joule (J): The SI unit of heat or thermal energy. Calorie (cal): The heat or thermal energy required to raise the temperature of one gram of water from 14.5°C to 15.5°C.
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Thermal Energy: The energy in an object or system due to the movement of its molecules and atoms. Joule (J): The SI unit of heat or thermal energy. Calorie (cal): The heat or thermal energy required to raise the temperature of one gram of water from 14.5°C to 15.5°C.
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- Thermal Energy: The energy in an object or system due to the movement of its molecules and atoms. Joule (J): The
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- Thermal Energy: The energy in an object or system due to the movement of its molecules and atoms. Joule (J): The
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Thermal Energy: The energy in an object or system due to the movement of its molecules and atoms. Joule (J): The
Thermal Energy: The energy in an object or system due to the movement of its molecules and atoms. Joule (J): The SI unit of heat or thermal energy. **Ca
- Definition
- Thermal Energy: The energy in an object or system due to the movement of its molecules and atoms. Joule (J): The SI unit of heat or thermal energy. **Ca
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- Do not write about 6.1.1 Units of Thermal Energy without a clear definition.
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