Types of thermal energy transfer

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between objects.

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What type of heat transfer occurs when walking on warm sand?

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Conduction occurs when walking on warm sand with bare feet.

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How does heat transfer between areas of different temperatures?

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Heat transfers from an area of high temperature to an area of low temperature.

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What is the term for heat transfer from hot coffee to the surrounding air?

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Convection is the term for heat transfer from hot coffee to the surrounding air.

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How is heat transferred when boiling water on a stove?

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Convection is the method of heat transfer when boiling water on a stove.

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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 through electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

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An example of conduction is touching a hot metal spoon in a pot of boiling water.

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What is an example of convection in everyday life?

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An example of convection is warm air rising and cool air sinking in a room.

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What is an example of radiation in everyday life?

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An example of radiation is feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin.