Transfer of heat

Front

What is the definition of conduction?

Back

When heat transfers from objects that are touching.

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs when the sun shines down on you?

Back

Radiation

Front

What is the definition of convection?

Back

A hot liquid or air that expands, becomes less dense, and rises or becomes more dense, and sinks.

Front

Why is the air near the ceiling of a room warmer?

Back

Because of convection, where warm air rises.

Front

What kind of heat transfer happens when the sun heats your body?

Back

Radiation.

Front

What is radiation?

Back

The transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves.

Front

What is convection in simple terms?

Back

The movement of heat through fluids (liquids and gases) caused by the movement of the fluid itself.

Front

Give an example of conduction.

Back

Touching a hot stove and feeling the heat on your hand.

Front

What happens to air when it is heated?

Back

It expands, becomes less dense, and rises.

Front

What is an example of radiation?

Back

Feeling warmth from the sun on your skin.