Heat & Temperature

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What is heat?

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Heat is a form of energy that is transferred between objects due to a temperature difference.

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What is temperature?

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Temperature is a measure of how hot or cold something is, usually measured in degrees Celsius (°C) or Fahrenheit (°F).

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through a solid material without the movement of the material itself.

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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) caused by differences in temperature.

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What is radiation?

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

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What is insulation?

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Insulation is a material that reduces the transfer of heat, helping to keep heat in or out of a space.

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What is an example of conduction?

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An egg cooking in a frying pan is an example of conduction.

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What is an example of convection?

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Heat from a heater warming up your whole house is an example of convection.

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What is an example of radiation?

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The heat from a lamp warming a lizard is an example of radiation.

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How does insulation help a house?

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Insulation helps a house by reducing the dissipation of energy, keeping it warm in winter and cool in summer.