Heat Transfer

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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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What is conduction?

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

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What is convection?

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Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases) caused by differences in temperature.

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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 light or infrared radiation.

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How does heat move between objects?

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Heat moves from hot objects to cold objects until thermal equilibrium is reached.

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that readily allows the transfer of heat or electricity.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that resists the transfer of heat or electricity.

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Give an example of conduction in everyday life.

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An example of conduction is cooking pancakes on a griddle.

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Give an example of convection in everyday life.

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An example of convection is boiling water in a pot.

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