Convection, Conduction, and Radiation

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What is the process of heat transfer through electromagnetic waves called?

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Radiation

Front

How many types of heat transfer are there?

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Three: Conduction, Convection, and Radiation.

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs in fluids (liquids and gases) due to the movement of the fluid itself?

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Convection

Front

What is the term for the transfer of thermal energy through direct contact between materials?

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Conduction

Front

What type of heat transfer is demonstrated when the sun warms the Earth?

Back

Radiation

Front

What is the name of the current that drives ocean currents and weather patterns?

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Convection current

Front

In which type of heat transfer does warmer material rise and cooler material sink?

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Convection

Front

What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

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Touching a hot stove.

Front

What is an example of radiation in everyday life?

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Feeling warmth from a campfire.

Front

What is the primary method of heat transfer in solids?

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Conduction