Heat Transfer-Radiation, Conduction, Convection

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What is heat transfer?

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The movement of thermal energy from one object or substance to another.

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What are the three main types of heat transfer?

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Conduction, Convection, and Radiation.

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Define conduction.

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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Give an example of conduction.

Back

Touching a hot stove and feeling the heat on your hand.

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Define convection.

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

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Give an example of convection.

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Boiling water where hot water rises and cooler water sinks.

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Define radiation.

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

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Give an example of radiation.

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The warmth felt from the sun on your skin.

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How does heat move between objects?

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Heat moves from warmer objects to cooler objects.

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What happens to particles in a substance when it is heated?

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The particles move faster and spread apart.