Law of Conservation of Energy

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What is the Law of Conservation of Energy?

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The Law of Conservation of Energy states that energy cannot be created or destroyed, it can only be transformed from one form to another.

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What type of heat transfer occurs when you touch a warm mug?

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Conduction

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What type of heat transfer creates currents in water?

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Convection

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Can energy be created?

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No, energy cannot be created.

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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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).

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What is radiation?

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

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Give an example of conduction.

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An example of conduction is touching a hot stove and feeling the heat.

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Give an example of convection.

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An example of convection is boiling water where hot water rises and cooler water sinks.

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Give an example of radiation.

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An example of radiation is feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin.