Convection Flashcards

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What happens during convection?

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During convection, as liquids and gases are heated, their particles gain energy and move around.

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What happens to hot air during convection?

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Because hot air is less dense than cool air, it is pushed upwards by the cooler air around it. Hot air rises.

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Why is heat transferred by convection in liquids and gases?

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Heat is transferred by convection in liquids and gases because their particles are able to move around, rather than remaining fixed like the particles in solids.

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