Heat Transfer

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What is the transfer of heat energy by electromagnetic waves through space?

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Radiation

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs when a group of friends gather around a fire to stay warm?

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Radiation

Front

What is the process called when heat is transferred directly through a solid material?

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Conduction

Front

Walking on warm sand with bare feet is an example of which type of heat transfer?

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Conduction

Front

What is the transfer of heat by the movement of liquids or gases called?

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Convection

Front

What is the primary mechanism of heat transfer in fluids?

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Convection

Front

What type of heat transfer does not require a medium?

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Radiation

Front

In which type of heat transfer does heat flow from a hotter object to a cooler object through direct contact?

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Conduction

Front

What is the term for the process where warmer, less dense fluid rises and cooler, denser fluid sinks?

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Convection

Front

What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

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Touching a hot stove