Understanding Thermal Energy

What is conduction in the context of thermal energy transfer?

• Transfer of heat through solids by particle vibration

• Transfer of heat through fluids by movement

• Transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves

• Transfer of heat through radiation

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Which of the following is a good conductor of heat?

• Metals

• Liquids

• Gases

• Plastics

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How does convection occur in fluids?

• Warmer areas rise and cooler areas sink

• Heat is transferred through particle vibration

• Heat is transferred through electromagnetic waves

• Cooler areas rise and warmer areas sink

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What is the method of heat transfer that does not require particles to move?

• Radiation

• Conduction

• Convection

• Evaporation

Why can you feel the warmth of a fire even if you are not directly touching it?

• Because of radiation

• Because of conduction

• Because of convection

• Because of evaporation