Conduction, Convection, and Radiation

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What is conduction?

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Conduction is the transfer of heat through a solid material without any movement of the material itself, typically occurring in metals.

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through liquids and gases caused by the movement of the fluid itself, where warmer areas rise and cooler areas sink.

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What is radiation?

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Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation, which can occur in a vacuum.

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Example of conduction in everyday life?

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A pot getting hot on a stove is an example of conduction.

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Example of convection in everyday life?

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Boiling water in a pot demonstrates convection as the hot water rises and cooler water sinks.

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Example of radiation in everyday life?

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Feeling warmth from the sun is an example of radiation.

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What is condensation?

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Condensation is the phase change from water vapor to liquid water, often seen when dew forms on grass.

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What is evaporation?

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Evaporation is the process where liquid water turns into water vapor, typically occurring at the surface of the liquid.

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What is sublimation?

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Sublimation is the phase change where a solid turns directly into a gas without becoming a liquid first, like dry ice.

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What is the primary way heat travels through solids?

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Conduction is the primary way heat travels through solids.