Heat Transfer in the Atmosphere

What is the primary source of Earth's heat energy?

• Artificial heating

• The Moon

• The Sun

• Geothermal sources

Which method of heat transfer involves the movement of energy through matter?

• Insulation

• Conduction

• Convection

• Radiation

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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How does convection directly affect the atmosphere?

• It only affects the upper atmosphere

• It cools the atmosphere uniformly

• It prevents any heat from escaping Earth

• It causes air to rise when heated and sink when cooled

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