What is conduction?
Methods of Heat Transfer

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Conduction is the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials. It occurs when heat moves from a hotter object to a cooler one through physical contact.
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What is convection?
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Convection is the transfer of thermal energy through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases). It occurs when warmer, less dense fluid rises and cooler, denser fluid sinks, creating a circulation pattern.
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What is radiation?
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Radiation is the transfer of thermal energy through electromagnetic waves. It does not require a medium to travel, allowing heat to be transferred through empty space.
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What is thermal energy?
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Thermal energy is the total kinetic energy of the particles in a substance. It is related to temperature and the state of matter.
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What is an example of conduction?
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An example of conduction is touching a hot stove and feeling the heat transfer to your hand.
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What is an example of convection?
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An example of convection is the warm air rising from a heater and circulating around a room.
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What is an example of radiation?
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An example of radiation is feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin.
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