Absorption, Heat Transfer, and Insulation
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Objective
I can analyze how the absorption of electromagnetic radiation by different materials leads to heat transfer, and I can describe how insulation minimizes unwanted heat exchange, helping to stabilize a system.
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Practice
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Explain how heat is transferred through conduction at the particle level.
Why are metals generally better conductors of heat than plastics? Explain in terms of thermal conductivity.
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Exit ticket
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“A metal pot filled with water is placed on a hot electric stove. Explain how the metal of the pot and the water inside are heated, and describe how the pot's material affects the rate of heat transfer. A cooler is used to keep drinks cold on a hot day. Explain how the insulation in the cooler minimizes heat transfer, and describe how this helps to stabilize the temperature of the drinks inside.”
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