Conduction, Convection, & Radiation

Conduction, Convection, & Radiation

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6th - 8th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

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What is conduction?

Back

Conduction is the transfer of heat through a material without the movement of the material itself, typically occurring in solids.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is convection?

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases), where warmer areas of a fluid rise and cooler areas sink.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is radiation?

Back

Radiation is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves, which can occur in a vacuum, such as sunlight reaching the Earth.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

An insulator is a material that slows down the transfer of heat or electricity, preventing energy from easily passing through.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A conductor is a material that allows the easy transfer of heat or electricity, such as metals like copper and aluminum.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

How does radiation cause sunburn?

Back

Sunburn is caused by ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun, which can damage skin cells.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an example of convection in everyday life?

Back

An example of convection is the heating of water in a pot on a stove, where hot water rises and cooler water sinks.

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