Engergy- Thermal Energy Transfer Flashcards
1
Q
What is conduction?
A
A method of heat transfer through solids. Energy is passed along as vibrations in the particles.
2
Q
What are thermal conductors?
A
Materials that allow heat energy to pass through them.
3
Q
What are thermal insulators?
A
Materials that don’t allow heat to pass energy through them.
4
Q
What is convection?
A
A method of heat transfer through liquids and gases.
