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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Define conduction.

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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Give an example of conduction.

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A steak being heated when it touches a hot pan.

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Define convection.

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

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Give an example of convection.

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Macaroni rising and falling in a pot of heated water.

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Define radiation.

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The transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves without the need for a medium.

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Give an example of radiation.

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Rocks getting warmed by the sun.

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What is thermal energy?

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The total energy of all the particles in an object, related to temperature.

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How does temperature relate to heat transfer?

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Heat transfer occurs from areas of higher temperature to areas of lower temperature.

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