Heat Transfer

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What is the process called when heat is transferred through electromagnetic waves, such as from the sun to the earth?

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Radiation

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What type of heat transfer occurs when warmer areas of a liquid or gas rise and cooler areas sink?

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Convection

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What is the term for the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials?

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Conduction

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How does a heat lamp keep food warm?

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By using radiation to transfer heat to the food.

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What happens to the temperature of a rock in the sun during the day?

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It gets hot due to radiation from the sun.

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In a swimming pool, why is the water near the surface warmer than the water at the bottom?

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Because of convection, where warm water rises and cooler water sinks.

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What is an example of conduction in cooking?

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Using a copper-bottomed pan to heat food evenly.

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What type of heat transfer is primarily responsible for boiling water in a pot on the stove?

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Convection.

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What is the main difference between conduction and convection?

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Conduction is heat transfer through direct contact, while convection involves the movement of fluids.

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How does the heat from a campfire reach a person sitting nearby?

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Through radiation.