Heat Transfer

Front

What is the type of heat transfer that travels through space in electromagnetic waves?

Back

Radiation

Front

What type of heat transfer occurs when a group of friends gather around a fire to stay warm?

Back

Radiation

Front

Why does the side of a chair facing a fireplace get warm when placed several feet away?

Back

Because of radiation.

Front

What is the type of heat transfer that happens through direct contact of molecules or particles with each other?

Back

Conduction

Front

What type of heat transfer is demonstrated when warm air rises and cool air sinks?

Back

Convection

Front

Define conduction in the context of heat transfer.

Back

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

Front

Define convection in the context of heat transfer.

Back

Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases).

Front

What is radiation in terms of heat transfer?

Back

Radiation is the transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves.

Front

Give an example of conduction in everyday life.

Back

Touching a hot stove and feeling the heat transfer to your hand.

Front

Give an example of convection in everyday life.

Back

Boiling water where the hot water rises and cool water sinks.