Heat Transfer

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What is heat transfer?

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The process of thermal energy moving from one object or substance to another due to a temperature difference.

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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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Define convection.

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

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Define radiation.

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The transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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How does convection work in a swimming pool?

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Warm water rises to the surface, while cooler water sinks, creating a circulation pattern.

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What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

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Using a curling iron to curl hair.

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What is an example of convection in nature?

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The rising of warm air and sinking of cool air, creating wind.

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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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How does heat transfer occur in the Earth's mantle?

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Through convection, as hot magma rises and cooler magma sinks.