Heat Transfer Practice

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What is energy?

Back

Energy is the ability to do work.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

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What is the process called when warm air rises and cool air sinks?

Back

Convection.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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In which direction does heat transfer occur?

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Heat transfers from an area of high temperature to an area of low temperature.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What happens when you hold hands with someone whose hands are warmer than yours?

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Heat energy from the warmer hand transfers to the cooler hand through conduction.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What is the transfer of heat by direct contact?

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Conduction.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

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What is conduction?

Back

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

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What is radiation in the context of heat transfer?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation.

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What is the difference between conduction and convection?

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

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What is thermal equilibrium?

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Thermal equilibrium is the state in which two objects in contact with each other reach the same temperature and no heat flows between them.

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