Heat, Energy, and Matter Concepts

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What is heat?

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Heat is a form of energy that flows from warmer to cooler objects.

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What causes heat transfer?

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Heat transfer is caused by a difference in temperature.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact, mostly in solids.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids like liquids and gases.

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, like sunlight.

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Name a good conductor of heat.

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Metals are good conductors of heat.

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How does heat affect the human body in cold weather?

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The body shivers to generate warmth.

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How does heat affect the human body in hot weather?

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The body sweats to cool down.

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What is renewable energy?

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Renewable energy comes from sources that can be naturally replenished, like wind and solar energy.

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What is non-renewable energy?

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Non-renewable energy comes from finite sources like fossil fuels, which can harm the environment.