Heat Transfer
Definition
Heat transfer refers to the movement of thermal energy from one object or place to another because of differences in temperature.
Analogy
Imagine heat transfer like passing notes in class. The note (heat) starts with one person (an object at high temperature) and gets passed along until it reaches its destination (an object at lower temperature).
Related terms
Conduction: The process by which heat is directly transmitted through a substance when there is a difference of temperature between adjoining regions, without movement of the material.
Convection: The transfer of heat by the circulation or movement of heated parts of liquid or gas within an environment.
Radiation: The emission and propagation of energy in the form of rays or waves.
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