heat transfer

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What is heat transfer?

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The movement of thermal energy from one object or substance to another.

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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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Define convection.

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature.

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Define radiation.

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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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A metal spoon getting hot when placed in a pot of hot soup.

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What is an example of convection?

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Warm air rising and cool air sinking in a room.

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What is an example of radiation?

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Feeling warmth from the sun on your skin.

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What happens to the temperature of water in a swimming pool when the sun shines on it?

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The water near the surface warms up due to convection.

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How does a hot air balloon rise?

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The air inside the balloon is heated, causing it to become less dense and rise.