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Thermal Retention

Written by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025
Verified for the 2027 exam
Verified for the 2027 examWritten by the Fiveable Content Team • Last updated August 2025

Definition

Thermal retention refers to the ability of a substance or material to hold heat energy for an extended period of time.

AP course connection

Topic 9.3: 9.3 The Greenhouse Effect

Unit 9

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