Heat Transfer

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The sun shines down on this family as they play on the beach. Options: conduction, convection, radiation

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radiation

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Why does the side of a chair facing a fireplace get warm?

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radiation

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Why do globs in "lava lamps" rise to the top?

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convection

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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A house burns down. The vinyl siding of the house next door warps due to

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radiation

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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Warm air over the beach rises while cooler, dense air from the ocean rushes in due to

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convection

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Why do we wear sweaters in cold weather?

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To reduce heat loss.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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Why does a metal spoon become too hot to touch in boiling water compared to a wooden spoon?

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Metals conduct heat better than wood.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-5

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Molecules in cold things move more _________ than in hot things.

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slowly

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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In heat transfer, heat always flows from the _______________ substance to the _______________ substance.

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Hotter to colder

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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Warm air rises and the cool air sinks demonstrates this type of heat transfer.

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convection