Heat Transfer Practice

Front

What is the transfer of heat energy by electromagnetic waves?

Back

Radiation

Front

What happens to particles when the temperature of matter decreases?

Back

They slow down and move closer together.

Front

What is the process called when warm water rises and cool water moves to take its place?

Back

Convection

Front

From where to where does heat transfer occur?

Back

From an area of high temperature to an area of low temperature.

Front

What causes the colored liquids in lava lamps to rise?

Back

Convection.

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is convection?

Back

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

Front

What is radiation?

Back

The transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves.

Front

Give an example of conduction in everyday life.

Back

Touching a hot stove.

Front

Give an example of convection in nature.

Back

Ocean currents.