Review Heat Transfer and Solar System

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Which planet in our solar system is closest to the Sun?

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Mercury

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What is the definition of CONVECTION?

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The transfer of thermal energy in a fluid (liquid/gas) by movement of warm / cool fluids.

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What is the largest planet in our solar system?

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Jupiter

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What is the definition of CONDUCTION?

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When thermal energy transfers by collisions between particles.

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This is responsible for making macaroni rise and fall in a pot on the stove.

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Convection

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What is the definition of RADIATION?

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The transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves.

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Name the four main types of heat transfer.

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Conduction, Convection, Radiation, and Evaporation.

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What is the role of the Sun in the solar system?

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The Sun is the central star that provides heat and light to the solar system.

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What is the definition of a planet?

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A celestial body that orbits a star, is spherical in shape, and has cleared its orbit of other debris.

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Which planet is known as the Red Planet?

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Mars