Heat Transfer

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What is heat transfer?

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Heat transfer is the movement of thermal energy from one object or substance to another due to a temperature difference.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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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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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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Define conduction.

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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Define convection.

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature and density.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Define radiation.

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation.

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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 warm air rising and cool air sinking in a room, creating a circulation of air.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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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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What type of energy transformation occurs when a flashlight is turned on?

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Chemical energy is transformed into electrical energy, which is then transformed into light energy.

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What type of energy is involved in eating food and then riding a bike?

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Chemical energy from food is transformed into mechanical energy when riding a bike.