Thermal Energy Transfer

Front

What is thermal energy transfer?

Back

The process of heat moving from one object or substance to another.

Front

What are the three main types of heat transfer?

Back

Conduction, convection, and radiation.

Front

Which particles are moving fastest in a substance?

Back

Particles in steam.

Front

In convection heat transfer, which air rises?

Back

Warm air rises and cold air sinks.

Front

What is an example of convection?

Back

The attic is warmer than the basement.

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs when touching a hot object?

Back

Conduction.

Front

What is radiation in terms of heat transfer?

Back

Heat transfer by waves.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is convection?

Back

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

Front

What is radiation?

Back

The transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves.