Heat Transfer Concepts 7th Period

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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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Define convection.

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The transfer of heat by the actual movement of warmed matter, such as liquids or gases.

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Define radiation.

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The transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation.

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How does heat travel between objects?

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Heat travels from warmer objects to cooler objects.

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What happens to the temperature of an object when it absorbs heat?

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The temperature of the object increases.

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What is an example of conduction?

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A metal spoon getting hot when placed in hot soup.

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What is an example of convection?

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Warm air rising and cool air sinking in a room.

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What is an example of radiation?

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Feeling warmth from the sun on your skin.