Thermal Energy Transfer

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

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

The transfer of heat by the movement of currents in liquids or gases.

The transfer of thermal energy through empty space without the need for a medium.

The average kinetic energy of all the particles in a material.

A material that does not conduct heat well.

A material that allows heat to pass through it easily.

Heat moves from particles with higher temperature to particles with lower temperature.

The particles gain energy and move faster.

Currents help distribute heat throughout a liquid or gas.