Heat Transfer

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through a solid material without the movement of the material itself.

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In which states of matter does conduction primarily occur?

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Conduction primarily occurs in solids.

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What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

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Ironing a shirt is an example of conduction.

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How does heat transfer when you touch hot sand?

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Heat is transferred by conduction to your skin.

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What happens when you walk on warm sand with bare feet?

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Heat is transferred to your feet by conduction.

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What is the direction of heat transfer?

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Heat transfers from an area of high temperature to an area of low temperature.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through fluids (liquids and gases) caused by the movement of the fluid itself.

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as sunlight.

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Can conduction occur in liquids and gases?

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Conduction can occur in liquids and gases, but it is much less efficient than in solids.

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What is an example of convection?

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Boiling water is an example of convection, where hot water rises and cooler water sinks.