Heat Transfer Flashcards
1
Q
conduction
A
transfers energy through collisions between particles
Ex. Coffee cools as the mug heats up
2
Q
convection
A
the way heat moves through liquids and gasses
Ex. Water boils as the less dense water rises to the top and the more dense water falls
3
Q
radiation
A
transfer of thermal energy using electromagnetic waves
Ex. Toaster coils radiate heat in electromagnetic waves that have enough energy for us to see
4
Q
insulation
A
something that works to maintain temperature
5
Q
adaptation
A
process of change by which an organism or species becomes better suited to its environment
6
Q
thermo
A
heat
7
Q
meter
A
measure
8
Q
spire, spir
A
breath, breathe
9
Q
plode
A
clap
10
Q
lide
A
strike
