Heat Transfer Vocabulary Flashcard

Front

What is radiation?

Back

The transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves, such as the heat you feel when you put your hands over a fire.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow heat to pass through easily.

Front

What is convection?

Back

The transfer of heat (thermal energy) by the movement of liquids or gases.

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A material that easily allows heat to pass through.

Front

What is a good example of a conductor of heat?

Back

Metal is a good conductor of heat.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is an example of conduction?

Back

When you touch a hot stove and feel the heat transfer to your hand.

Front

What happens to particles in a conductor when heated?

Back

The particles vibrate faster and transfer heat energy to neighboring particles.

Front

What is the role of insulation in buildings?

Back

Insulation helps to keep heat inside during winter and outside during summer.

Front

What is an example of convection in everyday life?

Back

Boiling water, where hot water rises and cooler water sinks.