Tuesday, June 16, 2009

10.1 Transfer of Thermal Energy



When we place our hands over a hot stove, we can feel the heat. We are the feeling the transfer of heat. This means that thermal energy is transferred only when there is a difference in temperature.


Therefore, Thermal energy or heat is the form of energy that is transferred from a region of higher temperature to a region of lower temperature.





Thermal energy can flow from one place to another in three ways:
  • Conduction
  • Convection
  • Radiation

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