Heat Transfer/Earth Systems Review

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What type of heat transfer allows heat from the Sun to reach Earth?

Back

Radiation

Front

What causes the colored liquids in a lava lamp to rise and fall?

Back

Convection

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Front

When breathing, what two systems interact?

Back

Atmosphere and biosphere

Front

What happens to the density of an object as it is heated?

Back

It decreases.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

Front

What type of heat transfer is demonstrated when warm air rises and cool air sinks?

Back

Convection

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

Define conduction in the context of heat transfer.

Back

Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

What is convection?

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

Front

What is radiation in terms of heat transfer?

Back

Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves.

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NGSS.MS-PS4-1

NGSS.MS-PS4-2

Front

What is the role of the atmosphere in Earth's systems?

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The atmosphere provides air for living organisms and regulates temperature.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5

NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

How does the hydrosphere interact with the biosphere?

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The hydrosphere provides water necessary for life in the biosphere.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-4