Conduction Convection Radiation

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What is the definition of CONDUCTION?

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When heat transfers from objects that are touching.

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What is the definition of CONVECTION?

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A hot liquid or air that expands, becomes less dense, and rises or becomes more dense, and sinks.

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What is the definition of RADIATION?

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When heat is transferred from objects like rays of light or electromagnetically.

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What is an example of conduction?

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Touching a hot stove and feeling the heat.

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What is an example of convection?

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Boiling water where hot water rises and cold water sinks.

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What is an example of radiation?

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Getting sunburned due to radiation from the sun.

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How does heat transfer through conduction occur?

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Through direct contact between materials.

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How does heat transfer through convection occur?

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Through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

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How does heat transfer through radiation occur?

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Through electromagnetic waves without needing a medium.

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What is a real-life example of convection?

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Warm air rising from a heater and circulating in a room.