Radiation

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What is Radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of energy through space in the form of waves or particles, such as light or heat.

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What is Convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through a fluid (liquid or gas) where warmer, less dense areas rise and cooler, denser areas sink.

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What is Conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials, where heat moves from the hotter object to the cooler one.

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What is the main source of radiation that reaches Earth?

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The Sun is the main source of radiation that reaches Earth, providing light and heat.

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How does warm air behave in a room?

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Warm air expands, becomes less dense, and rises, while cooler air is denser and sinks.

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Which material absorbs heat the slowest?

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Water absorbs heat the slowest compared to soil and sand.

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What is an example of radiation in everyday life?

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An example of radiation is the heat you feel from a campfire or the warmth of sunlight on your skin.

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What is the difference between conduction and convection?

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Conduction is heat transfer through direct contact, while convection is heat transfer through the movement of fluids.

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What happens to air when it is heated?

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When air is heated, it expands, becomes less dense, and rises.

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What is an example of convection?

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An example of convection is the way warm air rises and cool air sinks in a room, creating a circulation of air.

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