Heat Transfer

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How does heat move?

Back

Heat moves from a warmer object to a cooler object.

Front

What is the main way that heat is transferred when using a microwave?

Back

Radiation.

Front

How is energy from the Sun transferred?

Back

By radiation.

Front

What is the transfer of heat by the movement of a fluid called?

Back

Convection.

Front

Why does a hot air balloon rise?

Back

Because of convection.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is convection?

Back

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

Front

What is radiation?

Back

The transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves.

Front

Give an example of conduction in everyday life.

Back

Touching a hot stove.

Front

Give an example of convection in everyday life.

Back

Boiling water in a pot.