Thermal Energy Transfer

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What is thermal energy transfer?

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The process of heat moving from one object or substance to another.

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What is conduction?

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A method of heat transfer that occurs when two objects are in direct contact with each other.

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What is convection?

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A method of heat transfer that occurs in fluids (liquids and gases) where warm air or liquid rises and cool air or liquid sinks.

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What is radiation?

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A method of heat transfer that occurs through electromagnetic waves, allowing heat to travel through space without needing a medium.

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Which material is the best conductor of heat?

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Metal is the best conductor of heat.

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What happens to air when it is heated?

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Warm air rises because it is less dense than cool air.

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What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

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Touching a hot stove and feeling the heat transfer to your hand.

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What is an example of convection in everyday life?

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Boiling water where the hot water rises to the top and the cooler water sinks.

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What is an example of radiation in everyday life?

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Feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin.

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How does heat transfer occur in a campfire?

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Heat is transferred to you through radiation.