Heat transfer and Conduction Flashcards
(6 cards)
1
Q
What is heat transfer?
A
The movement of thermal energy from an object at a higher temperature, to an object at a lower temperature.
2
Q
What is conduction?
A
Transfer of heat by particles colliding with each other.
3
Q
What are some examples of GOOD conductors?
A
Wood, metal, gold.
4
Q
What are some examples of GOOD insulators?
A
Glass, rubber, plastic.
5
Q
What object have high thermal conductivity?
A
Metal
6
Q
What objects have low thermal conductivity?
A
Plastics, water.
