Heat Transfer and Related Concepts

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The transfer of heat within a substance or between two substances in direct contact.

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Conduction

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The transfer of heat due to the flow of fluids (liquids or gases).

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Convection

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The transfer of thermal energy within or between substances due to a difference in temperatures.

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Heat

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The transfer of heat through air and empty space in the form of waves.

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Radiation

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An area and/or group that is identified in order to determine the interactions therein.

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System

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The total kinetic energy of the particles in a substance; it can be transferred from one location or substance to another as heat.

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Thermal Energy

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To move from one place or object to another.

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Transfer

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The measure of the average kinetic energy of the particles in a substance.

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Temperature

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A material that does not easily allow heat to pass through it.

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Insulator

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A material that easily allows heat to pass through it.

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Conductor