Heat Transfer Review

Front

What is the transfer of thermal energy through 'waves' called?

Back

Radiation

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs when the sun heats your body?

Back

Radiation

Front

What is the process called when warm air rises and cool air sinks?

Back

Convection

Tags

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the transfer of thermal energy through 'touch' known as?

Back

Conduction

Front

Define conduction in the context of heat transfer.

Back

Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials.

Front

Define convection in the context of heat transfer.

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Convection is the transfer of thermal energy through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature and density.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is the primary mechanism of heat transfer in fluids?

Back

Convection.

Front

What is the difference between conduction and convection?

Back

Conduction involves direct contact between materials, while convection involves the movement of fluids.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

What is an example of radiation in everyday life?

Back

Feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin.

Front

How does the efficiency of heat transfer differ between solids, liquids, and gases?

Back

Solids generally conduct heat better than liquids, and liquids conduct better than gases due to the proximity of particles.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4