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heat transfer
Term | Definition |
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convection | The transfer of heat through a fluid. |
conduction | to allow heat or electricity to pass through easily (related word: conduction) |
radiation | electromagnetic energy (related term: radiate) |
heat | The transfer of thermal energy. |
thermal energy | Energy in the form of heat. |
physical change | A change in matter that does not affect its chemical composition. |
chemical change | A chemical reaction; a process that changes substances into new substances (related word: chemical reaction). |
conductors | A material that transmits energy (related word: conduct) |
insulators | To prevent electricity or heat from passing through (related word: insulation) |
electromagnetic waves | A wave that travels at the speed of light. |