Question

find the word that matches the definition: transfer of thermal energy by direct contact of two objects or portions of matter thermal conductor hypothermia conduction thermal equilibrium

Explanation:

• Thermal conductor: A material that allows heat to flow through it easily. This is about the property of a material, not the process of heat transfer.
• Hypothermia: A medical condition where the body temperature drops below the normal range. It is not related to the transfer of thermal energy by contact.
• Conduction: The transfer of thermal energy through direct contact. This matches the given definition.
• Thermal equilibrium: A state where two objects in contact have the same temperature and there is no net heat transfer. It is a state, not the process of heat transfer.

Answer:

conduction