Energy Transformations | Conduction, Convection, Radiation

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What are the three main types of heat transfer?

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Conduction, Convection, Radiation

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Describe the process of conduction.

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What is convection and how does it occur?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature and density.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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Define radiation in the context of heat transfer.

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Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, which can occur in a vacuum.

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What is the energy transformation that occurs in a flashlight when it is turned on?

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Chemical energy from the batteries is transformed into electrical energy, which is then converted into light energy.

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How does a lizard use radiation to maintain its body temperature?

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A lizard absorbs heat from a lamp through radiation, which helps it stay warm.

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What type of energy transformation occurs in a stove?

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Electrical energy is transformed into thermal energy.

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Explain the process of nuclear fission and its energy transformation.

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In nuclear fission, uranium atoms are split, releasing a large amount of energy, which is then converted into electricity for use.

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NGSS.HS-PS1-8

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What is the role of thermal energy in cooking?

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Thermal energy is used to increase the temperature of food, causing chemical changes that cook it.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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How does convection affect weather patterns?

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Convection currents in the atmosphere can lead to the formation of wind and weather systems.

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