Review: Convection, Conduction, Radiation

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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is conduction?
Back
Conduction is the transfer of heat through a material without the movement of the material itself, typically occurring in solids.
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.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What is radiation?
Back
Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as light or infrared radiation, and does not require a medium.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of conduction.
Back
An example of conduction is a metal spoon getting hot when placed in a pot of boiling water.
5.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of convection.
Back
An example of convection is warm air rising and cool air sinking in a room, creating a circulation of air.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Give an example of radiation.
Back
An example of radiation is feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
What role does convection play in weather systems?
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Convection is responsible for the movement of air masses, which leads to the formation of weather patterns and systems.
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