Thermal Energy Transfer (C-C-R)

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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 due to a temperature difference.

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What are the three main methods of thermal energy transfer?

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Conduction, convection, and radiation.

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Define conduction.

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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Define convection.

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature and density.

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Define radiation.

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The transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, which can occur in a vacuum.

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What is an example of conduction?

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A metal spoon getting hot when placed in a pot of hot soup.

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What is an example of convection?

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Hot air rising and cool air sinking, creating a circulation pattern in a room.

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What is an example of radiation?

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Feeling warmth from the Sun on your skin.

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Which materials are good conductors of heat?

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Metals like copper and aluminum.

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Which materials are good insulators?

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Materials like wood, plastic, and rubber that slow down heat transfer.

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