Heat Transfer

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What is heat transfer?

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The process of thermal energy moving from one object or substance to another due to a temperature difference.

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What are the three main types of heat transfer?

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Conduction, Convection, and Radiation.

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Define conduction.

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The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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Give an example of conduction.

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A metal spoon getting hot when placed in a pot of boiling water.

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Define convection.

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The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

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Give an example of convection.

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Warm air rising near the ceiling of a room.

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Define radiation.

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The transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation.

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Give an example of radiation.

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The warmth felt from sunlight on your skin.

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What happens to air when it is heated?

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It becomes less dense and rises.

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What is a lava lamp an example of?

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Convection, as the heated wax rises and cools, creating movement.