
Heat Transfer: Conduction, Convection, Radiation
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7th - 8th Grade
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is conduction?
Back
Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact of molecules or particles with each other.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is convection?
Back
Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature and density.
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is radiation?
Back
Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation, without the need for a medium.
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NGSS.HS-PS4-3
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
In heat transfer, heat always flows from which substance to which substance?
Back
Heat always flows from the hotter substance to the colder substance.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What happens to warm water in a swimming pool?
Back
Warm water rises due to convection, causing the cooler water to sink.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-4
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is an example of conduction in everyday life?
Back
An example of conduction is when a metal spoon gets hot after being placed in a hot cup of coffee.
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NGSS.MS-PS3-3
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
How does convection affect weather systems on Earth?
Back
Convection causes warm air to rise and cool air to sink, leading to the formation of weather patterns.
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NGSS.MS-ESS2-5
NGSS.MS-ESS2-6
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