Conduction, Convection, Radiation

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What is conduction in terms of heat transfer?
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Conduction is the process of heat transfer through direct contact between materials, where heat moves from the hotter object to the cooler one.
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What is convection in terms of heat transfer?
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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases), where warmer, less dense areas rise and cooler, denser areas sink.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is radiation in terms of heat transfer?
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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation, which can occur in a vacuum.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does conduction occur in solids?
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In solids, conduction occurs as vibrating particles transfer kinetic energy to neighboring particles, resulting in heat flow.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of conduction in everyday life?
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An example of conduction is holding a metal spoon in a hot pot; the heat from the pot transfers to the spoon through direct contact.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of convection in a room?
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An example of convection in a room is warm air rising to the ceiling while cooler air moves down to replace it, creating a circulation pattern.
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What is an example of radiation in everyday life?
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An example of radiation is feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin, which is heat transferred through electromagnetic waves.
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