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What is heat transfer?

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Heat transfer is the movement of thermal energy 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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The three main types of heat transfer are conduction, convection, and radiation.

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Define conduction.

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

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Give an example of conduction.

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An example of conduction is a metal spoon getting hot when placed in a pot of boiling water.

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Define convection.

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Convection is 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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An example of convection is warm air rising and cool air sinking in a room.

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Define radiation.

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as light.

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Give an example of radiation.

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An example of radiation is feeling warm from sunlight on your skin.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not conduct heat well, preventing heat transfer.

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Give an example of an insulator.

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An example of an insulator is rubber, which is used to cover electrical wires.

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