ACA Types of Heat Transfer

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What is Convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) where warmer areas of the fluid rise and cooler areas sink.

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What is Conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat from one object to another through direct contact.

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What is Radiation?

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

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What happens to the density of water when it is heated?

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When water is heated, it becomes less dense and rises.

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What happens to the density of cold water?

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Cold water is more dense than warm water, causing it to sink.

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What is an example of Convection in nature?

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The Gulf Stream is an example of convection, as it carries warm ocean water from the south to the north.

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What is an example of Conduction?

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Touching a hot piece of metal is an example of conduction, as heat transfers from the metal to your hand.

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What is an example of Radiation?

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Getting sunburned is an example of radiation, as heat from the sun reaches your skin without direct contact.

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What is the role of a light bulb in a lava lamp?

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The light bulb heats the wax in the lava lamp, causing it to rise and fall in a convection cycle.

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What is the effect of a campfire on air around it?

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A campfire heats the air around it, causing the warm air to rise and cooler air to sink, demonstrating convection.