Energy Transfer in Systems

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Objective

I can demonstrate how energy is transferred through conduction, convection, and radiation.

Part 1 of 3

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Part 2 of 3

Practice

7 questions

1

Define conduction, convection, and radiation. Provide an example of each type of energy transfer.

2

Explain how energy is transferred in an internal combustion engine. What types of energy are involved in this process?

Part 3 of 3

Exit ticket

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Describe how energy is transferred through conduction when a metal spoon is placed in a hot cup of coffee. Explain the process and the role of the particles involved. Explain how energy is transferred through convection in a pot of boiling water. Describe the movement of the water and how it facilitates the transfer of heat.

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