Thermal Energy Transfer

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What is thermal energy transfer?

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The process of heat moving from one object or substance to another.

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What is conduction?

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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What is convection?

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The movement of gas or liquid in which warmer parts move up and the colder parts move down.

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What is 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 conduction.

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Ironing a shirt.

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Give an example of convection.

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Boiling water in a pot.

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Give an example of radiation.

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The sun warming your skin.

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What is the main method of heat transfer in liquids and gases?

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Convection.

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What happens to warmer air in convection?

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It rises.

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What happens to cooler air in convection?

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It sinks.