CLMS Heat Capacity Vocab

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What is density?

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Density is the mass of an object divided by its volume. It describes how much matter is packed into a given space.

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How would you describe the density of a box filled with loosely packed balls?

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Low density.

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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 the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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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.

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What is a convection current?

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A convection current is a flow of fluid that occurs when warmer, less dense fluid rises and cooler, denser fluid sinks, creating a cycle that moves energy.

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Which heat transfer method involves direct contact?

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Conduction.

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Which heat transfer method does NOT require a medium?

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Radiation.

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What is an example of conduction?

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Touching a hot stove.

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What is an example of convection?

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Boiling water, where hot water rises and cooler water sinks.