Radiation, convection, conduction
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What is conduction?
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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials. It occurs when faster-moving particles collide with slower-moving particles, transferring energy.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is convection?
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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases). It occurs when warmer, less dense fluid rises and cooler, denser fluid sinks, creating a circulation pattern.
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What is radiation?
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Radiation is the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves. It does not require a medium, so it can occur in a vacuum, such as the heat from the sun reaching the Earth.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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How does heat transfer occur in conduction?
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Heat transfer in conduction occurs when two objects at different temperatures are in direct contact, allowing thermal energy to flow from the hotter object to the cooler one.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of conduction?
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An example of conduction is touching a hot metal spoon that has been in a pot of boiling water; the heat transfers from the spoon to your hand.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is an example of convection?
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An example of convection is boiling water; as the water at the bottom heats up, it rises to the top, while cooler water descends to take its place.
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What is an example of radiation?
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An example of radiation is feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin, even when you are not in direct contact with it.
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