Thermal Energy Transfer

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What is thermal energy transfer?

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The movement of heat from one object or substance to another.

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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The transfer of heat in fluids (liquids and gases) through the movement of the fluid itself.

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What is radiation?

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The transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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Give an example of conduction.

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Ironing a shirt.

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Give an example of convection.

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Warm air rising and cool air sinking.

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Give an example of radiation.

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The sun warming your skin.

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What happens to air when it is heated?

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It becomes less dense and rises.

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What happens to air when it cools?

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It becomes denser and sinks.

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What is the primary method of heat transfer in boiling water?

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Convection.