how does transfer of heat energy occur Flashcards

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conduction

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transfer of heat energy X physical movement of the medium.

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Good conductor of heat

Bad conductor of heat

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Metals

non-metals
fluids

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Which matter is a better conductor of heat?

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Solids
Its particles are arranged more closely to one another. The close arrangement of particles enables transfer of heat energy to occur more quickly.

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Convection(liquids)

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water is heated and expands. The density decreases so the hot water rises. The colder and less dense water sinks. This whole prosses continues until a convection current is set up

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Convection

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transfer of heat energy from 1 place to another by physical movement of a medium.

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Radiation

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transfer of heat energy X a physical medium

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