English National Curriculum - Science
Mission Objectives
State the different ways to reduce thermal energy loss
Explain how thermal insulation reduces energy loss
Evaluate experimental data on heat loss
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Words and meanings to learn
energy loss
the reduction of thermal energy from a system, often due to inefficient insulation or heat transfer
cavity wall insulation
insulation placed between two layers of bricks in a wall cavity, using materials like foam, fibers or polystyrene balls to reduce heat loss
vacuum
a space devoid of particles, preventing heat transfer by conduction and convection
insulator
a material that does not allow the easy flow of energy, especially thermal energy
thermal energy transfer
the movement of heat energy from one place or material to another, through conduction, convection or radiation
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Different sized glass beakers (small, medium, large)
Measuring cylinders
Water
Thermometers
Kettles
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