Heat Transfer

Front

What are waves that can transfer heat through the vacuum of empty space?

Back

Electromagnetic waves

Front

What is the process called when warm air rises and cool air sinks in a room?

Back

Convection

Front

What is the name of the ocean current that brings warm water from the south to the north?

Back

Gulf Stream

Front

What is the process called when heat is transferred through direct contact between materials?

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the phenomenon called when heat is transferred through electromagnetic waves?

Back

Radiation

Front

In a lava lamp, what causes the wax to rise and fall?

Back

Convection

Front

What is the main method of heat transfer in liquids and gases?

Back

Convection

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs when you touch a hot stove?

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the term for the transfer of heat through a solid material?

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the process by which the sun heats the Earth?

Back

Radiation