13.3 Energy and Water in the Atmosphere Flashcards
1
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Condensation
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The phase change of a substance from a gas to a liquid; the opposite of evaporation or boiling.
2
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Conduction
A
The transfer of heat from one object to another by physical contact.
3
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Convection
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The transfer of heat by collisions between particles in fluids (liquids or gases).
4
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Evaporation
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The phase change of a substance from liquid to gas without first being heated to the boiling point.
5
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Radiation
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The transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves.
