A is a device that uses electric energy to pump thermal energy from a cooler location to a warmer location.

heat engine

Explanation:

The increase in the object's thermal energy could be a potential energy increase. Predict- suppose a beaker of water is heated from the top. Predict which is more likely to occur in the water: thermal energy transfer by conduction or convection. Thermal energy transfer by conduction is more likely to occur.

geographic isolation