Heat Transfer

Front

What is the transfer of energy from place to place by the motion of gas or liquid?

Back

Convection

Front

What instrument is used for measuring and indicating temperature?

Back

Thermometer

Front

On the Celsius scale, what is the boiling point of water?

Back

100 degrees Celsius

Front

What phenomenon occurs when warm air rises and cool air sinks?

Back

Convection currents

Front

On the Fahrenheit scale, what is the boiling point of water?

Back

212 degrees Fahrenheit

Front

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

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the process of heat transfer that does not require a medium?

Back

Radiation

Front

What is the term for the measure of how hot or cold something is?

Back

Temperature

Front

What is the unit of temperature in the metric system?

Back

Celsius (°C)

Front

What is the unit of temperature in the imperial system?

Back

Fahrenheit (°F)