Heat transfer

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What is heat transfer?

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The process of thermal energy moving from one object or substance to another due to a temperature difference.

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What are the three main types of heat transfer?

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Conduction, convection, and radiation.

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Define conduction.

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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Give an example of conduction.

Back

Ironing a wrinkled shirt.

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Define convection.

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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Give an example of convection.

Back

Boiling water where hot water rises and cooler water sinks.

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Define radiation.

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The transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves.

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Give an example of radiation.

Back

The heat from the sun warming your skin.

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What is an example of radiation in everyday life?

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The heat from a lamp allowing a lizard to remain warm.

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What is solar energy an example of?

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Radiation.