Convection Conduction Radiation

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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.

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How does heat transfer occur in boiling water?

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Heat is transferred through convection as warm water rises and cooler water sinks.

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What happens to warm air in a room?

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Warm air rises because it is less dense than cooler air.

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What is conduction?

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

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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 sunlight.

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What is an example of convection in nature?

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The Gulf Stream is an example of convection, where warm ocean water moves from the south to the north.

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What is the primary way heat travels through metals?

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Heat travels through metals primarily by conduction.

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What is the temperature conversion from Celsius to Fahrenheit for 20 degrees Celsius?

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20 degrees Celsius is equivalent to 68 degrees Fahrenheit.

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What is an example of conduction in everyday life?

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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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How does convection affect weather patterns?

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Convection currents in the atmosphere can lead to the formation of clouds and storms.