How Energy Moves
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Objective
I can demonstrate how energy is transferred through conduction, convection, and radiation using real-life examples.
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Practice
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Define conduction and provide an example from everyday life that illustrates this process.
Describe the process of convection. How does it differ from conduction? Provide a real-life example of convection in action.
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Exit ticket
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“Describe how a metal spoon gets hot when placed in a pot of boiling water. Explain the process of energy transfer involved, identifying the specific type of energy transfer that occurs. Explain how a campfire warms a person sitting nearby. Discuss the different methods of energy transfer that contribute to the warmth the person feels. ”
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