Heat Transfer, Weather & Climate

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The sun shines down on this family as they play on the beach. What is this process called? (Options: conduction, convection, radiation)

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radiation

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A group of friends gather around a fire to stay warm. What is the method of heat transfer involved?

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radiation

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The Gulf Stream is a current that brings warm ocean water from the south to the north. What type of heat transfer does this represent?

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convection

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Walking on the warm sand with your bare feet.

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conduction

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Blow drying your wet hair.

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convection

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The man goes to take the hot pot off the stove with his bare hands.

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conduction

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Warm air rises and the cool air sinks. What is this process called? Options: conduction, convection, radiation

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convection

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The baby chickens are kept warm from the heat lamps. What is the method of heat transfer?

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radiation

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In some cultures, walking on fire is the ultimate sign of strength. What is the term that describes the transfer of heat through direct contact?

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conduction

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In this experiment, the WARM red dye and the COLD blue dye was placed in the water at the same time. The warm red dye rose to the top while the cold blue dye sank to the bottom. What is this process called? (Options: conduction, convection, radiation)

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convection