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Explore thermal energy with this short episode. Jiggling molecules and hand-drawn animation help to explain that just because something has a lot of thermal energy, it doesn't necessarily feel hot to the touch. This is an ideal addition to your middle school physical science curriculum when covering the different forms of energy.
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- This video is hosted on YouTube
Pros
- Brilliant black-line drawings propel the video in an engaging manner
- Clearly explains what thermal and temperature are, and how they relate
- Supports Next Generation Science Standards in physical science
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- None