Conduction, Convection, and Radiation Flashcardizz

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What is conduction?

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

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through liquids and gases, where warmer areas rise and cooler areas sink.

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What is radiation?

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

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Example of conduction:

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An ice cube melting in a person's hand.

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Example of convection:

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Warm air rising from a heater and circulating in a room.

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Example of radiation:

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The heat from a lamp warming a lizard.

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What is the primary way heat travels through liquids and gases?

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Convection.

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What is the primary way heat travels through solids?

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Conduction.

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What is the transfer of heat by direct contact?

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Conduction.

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What is the process where heat is transferred through rays?

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Radiation.