Explore Heat Transfer Methods

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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 methods of heat transfer?

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The three main methods of heat transfer are conduction, convection, and radiation.

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Define conduction.

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

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Define convection.

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

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Define radiation.

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Radiation is the transfer of heat energy through electromagnetic waves without the need for a medium.

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Example of conduction in everyday life?

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

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Example of convection in everyday life?

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Warm air rising from a heater and circulating in a room.

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Example of radiation in everyday life?

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Feeling the warmth of the sun on your skin.

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What happens to warm air in a closed room?

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Warm air rises and tends to be near the ceiling.

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How does a campfire transfer heat?

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A campfire primarily transfers heat through radiation.