Heat Transfer

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What is heat transfer?

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The movement of thermal energy from one object or substance to another.

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What are the three main types of heat transfer?

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Conduction, Convection, and Radiation.

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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

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What is radiation?

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

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How does the Sun warm the Earth?

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The Sun radiates energy that passes through space and the atmosphere to warm the Earth's surface.

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What happens to heat when you touch a hot object?

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Heat is conducted from the hot object to your skin, making it feel warm.

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Why do you feel warm when sitting near a campfire?

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You feel warm because the heat radiates from the fire to your body.

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What is thermal energy?

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Another name for heat energy, which is the energy that comes from the temperature of matter.

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What is an example of conduction?

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Holding a bowl of hot soup warms your hands through conduction.