Heat Transfer Warm Up

Front

What is the transfer of heat through a material by direct contact called?

Back

Conduction

Front

What is the process called when heat is transferred through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases)?

Back

Convection

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs when a snowman melts in the sun?

Back

Radiation

Front

In which direction does heat flow?

Back

From hot to cold

Front

What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

Back

Touching a hot stove and feeling the heat.

Front

What is the primary mechanism of heat transfer in liquids and gases?

Back

Convection

Front

What is the term for the heat transfer that does not require a medium?

Back

Radiation

Front

What is an example of convection in action?

Back

A toaster oven heating the air inside.

Front

What is the difference between conduction and convection?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of thermal conductivity in conduction?

Back

It measures how well a material conducts heat.