Conduction

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What is conduction?

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

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What does conduction require?

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Conduction requires direct contact between objects.

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In which direction does heat transfer occur during conduction?

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Heat transfer during conduction occurs from hot to cold.

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What happens when you touch a warm object?

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When you touch a warm object, heat is transferred to your hand through conduction.

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What is an example of conduction?

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

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What type of heat transfer occurs when you hold a cold ice cube?

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The heat transfer that occurs is conduction, as heat moves from your hand to the ice cube.

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What is the difference between conduction and convection?

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Conduction is heat transfer through direct contact, while convection is heat transfer through the movement of fluids.

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What is an everyday example of conduction?

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An everyday example of conduction is when you sit on a warm seat and feel the heat transfer to your body.

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What materials are good conductors of heat?

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Metals like copper and aluminum are good conductors of heat.

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What materials are poor conductors of heat?

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Materials like wood and plastic are poor conductors of heat.