Convection Flashcards

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where does convection happen and why?

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convection happens in liquids and gases because these particles are free to move.

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why does convection not happen in solids?

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convection does not happen is solids because the particles in a solid are packed.

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what happens when you heat a liquid?

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  1. the particles closest to the heat gain kinetic energy.
    2.these particles spread out and become less dense, they also rise to the top.
    3.the cooler particles go down and when heated they go up creating a cycle called convection current.
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what is an example of convection current?

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radiation is an example of convection to keep the house warm.

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