Heat Transfer

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What is heat transfer?

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The movement of thermal energy from one object or substance to another.

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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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Give an example of conduction.

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A steak being heated when it touches a hot pan.

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Define convection.

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

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Front

Give an example of convection.

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The air near the ceiling in a room is warmer than the air near the floor.

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Define radiation.

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The transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves without the need for a medium.

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Give an example of radiation.

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Warming your feet in front of a fire.

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What happens to the temperature of a substance when it absorbs heat?

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The temperature of the substance increases.

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What happens to the temperature of a substance when it loses heat?

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The temperature of the substance decreases.

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