Heat Radiation Flashcards
0
Q
What is heat radiation?
A
The transfer of heat energy by infrared radiation.
1
Q
Name the three ways heat is transferred by.
A
Radiation, Conduction & Convection.
2
Q
What is the main form of heat transfer in solids?
A
Conduction.
3
Q
What is the main form of heat transfer in liquids and gases?
A
Convection.
4
Q
What part of an object is infrared radiation emitted from?
A
The surface.
5
Q
Explain the properties of dark, matte surfaces.
A
They absorb infrared radiation much better than light, shiny surfaces. They also emit more infrared radiation.
6
Q
Explain the properties of light, shiny surfaces.
A
They reflect infrared radiation.
