Transfer of Heat Quiz

Which of the following is NOT a method of heat transfer?

• Reflection

• Radiation

• Convection

• Conduction

What is the main method of heat transfer in fluids/gasses?

• Conduction

• Convection

• Absorption

• Radiation

Which of the following is an example of convection?

• Steam rising and cooling on a pot lid

• Cooking food on a pan

• Feeling warmth from the sun

• Transferring heat between particles of matter

What causes hot air to rise in convection?

• Hot air is less dense than cooler air

• Hot air is more dense than cooler air

• Hot air has less particles than cooler air

• Hot air has more particles than cooler air

Which of the following is an example of radiation?

• Cooking food on a pan

• Transferring heat between particles of matter

• Feeling warmth from a fire

• Steam rising and cooling on a pot lid

What is conduction?

• Transfer of heat through fluids

• Transfer of heat from warmer areas to cooler areas

• Transfer of heat between particles of matter

• Transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves

What is the main method of heat transfer in solids?

• Conduction

• Absorption

• Convection

• Radiation

Which of the following is an example of conduction?

• Transferring heat between particles of matter

• Steam rising and cooling on a pot lid

• Cooking food on a pan

• Feeling warmth from the sun

What is radiation?

• Transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves

• Transfer of heat between particles of matter

• Transfer of heat through fluids

What is the main method of heat transfer from the sun?

• Conduction

• Convection

• Absorption

• Radiation