Heat Transfer

Front

What is a substance that does NOT conduct heat well?

Back

Insulator

Front

What is the transfer of heat by direct contact?

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the measurement of the average kinetic energy of a substance?

Back

Temperature

Front

What is a substance that DOES conduct heat well?

Back

Conductor

Front

What is the process of heat transfer through fluids (liquids and gases) due to the movement of the fluid?

Back

Convection

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs through electromagnetic waves?

Back

Radiation

Front

What is the term for the energy that is transferred from one body to another due to a temperature difference?

Back

Heat

Front

What is the main difference between conductors and insulators?

Back

Conductors allow heat to flow easily, while insulators resist heat flow.

Front

What is an example of a good conductor of heat?

Back

Copper

Front

What is an example of a good insulator of heat?

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Rubber