Heat Transfer

Front

In heat transfer, heat always flows from the _______________ substance to the _______________ substance.

Back

Hotter to colder.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

Front

What happens when raw egg is placed on black pavement on a hot, summer day?

Back

The pavement will conduct the heat and cook the egg.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

What is the main way that heat is transferred when using a microwave?

Back

Radiation.

Front

Why is the air near the ceiling of a room warmer?

Back

The warm air rises because of convection.

Front

What is the energy transfer process called when hot fluid rises and cold fluid sinks, creating a cycle?

Back

Convection.

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is conduction?

Back

The transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Front

What is convection?

Back

The transfer of heat through the movement of fluids (liquids and gases).

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NGSS.MS-ESS2-6

Front

What is radiation?

Back

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

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NGSS.HS-PS4-1

NGSS.HS-PS4-3

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 cooler water sinks.