Thermal Energy Tranfer

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What is thermal energy transfer?

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The process of heat moving from one object or substance to another.

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature.

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What is radiation?

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The transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows heat to flow through it easily.

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What is an insulator?

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A material that does not allow heat to flow through it easily.

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What happens to warm water in a lake on a calm day?

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The warm water stays on top, while the cold water remains at the bottom.

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What is an example of conduction?

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A spoon getting hot when stirred in hot chocolate.

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What is an example of convection?

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A hot air balloon rising due to the warm air inside it.

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What is an example of radiation?

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A metal hammer heating up when left outside on a sunny day.