Conduction, Convection, & Radiation
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1.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is conduction?
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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials, where heat energy moves from the hotter object to the cooler one.
2.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is convection?
Back
Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature and density.
3.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is radiation?
Back
Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation, which can occur in a vacuum.
4.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
Front
Example of conduction in everyday life?
Back
When you touch a hot metal spoon, heat is transferred from the spoon to your hand through conduction.
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FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of convection in everyday life?
Back
When boiling water in a pot, the hot water rises to the top while cooler water sinks, creating a convection current.
6.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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Example of radiation in everyday life?
Back
Feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin is an example of heat transfer through radiation.
7.
FLASHCARD QUESTION
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What is the worst absorber of infrared radiation?
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A shiny white surface is the worst absorber of infrared radiation.
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