Conduction Flashcards
1
Q
What is conduction?
A
When thermal energy is transferred from one place to another due to collisions between particles.
2
Q
How do the particles in a hot object vibrate?
A
With a large a large amplitude.
3
Q
Why does a saucepan have a wooden handle?
A
Wood is a good insulator so conduction happens slowly.
4
Q
How is thermal energy transferred from metal pan to water?
A
By collisions of particles.
