What are the three methods by which heat can be transferred?

• Conduction, Convection, and Radiation

• Conduction, Convection, and Evaporation

• Conduction, Radiation, and Absorption

• Convection, Radiation, and Reflection

Which type of material is a good conductor of heat?

• Wood

• Plastic

• Metal

• Glass

In the experiment with hot and cold water, what is transferred from the hot water to the cold water?

• Heat

• Particles

• Energy

• Matter

What causes convection currents in a room heated by an electric heater?

• Differences in air density

• Differences in air volume

• Differences in air pressure

• Differences in air humidity

Why does warm air rise in a room?

• It becomes more dense

• It becomes less dense

• It becomes heavier

• It becomes lighter

How is heat transferred by radiation?

• By electromagnetic waves

• Through the movement of fluids

• By conduction

• Through direct contact

Why can we feel the heat of the Sun even though it is far away?

• Because of conduction

• Because of convection

• Because of radiation

• Because of reflection

What type of surfaces are poor heat absorbers?

• Rough surfaces

• Polished metals

• Black surfaces

• White surfaces

Which color absorbs more radiant energy?

• Red

• Blue

• Black

• White

Why are white garments more comfortable on a hot day?

• They reflect all visible wavelengths

• They absorb all visible wavelengths

• They emit more heat

• They absorb more heat