Question on: SS1 Physics - Heat and Thermodynamics II
Describe the process of convection and provide real-world examples.
Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluid or gas. It occurs when warmer particles rise and cooler particles sink, creating a cycle of fluid motion. Convection allows for the transfer of heat over larger distances.
Real-world examples of convection include:
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Boiling water in a pot, where heat is transferred from the bottom of the pot to the water through convection currents.
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Heating a room with a radiator, where warm air rises, creates convection currents that distribute heat throughout the room.
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Ocean currents, where warm water near the equator rises and cooler water from the poles sinks, create a global convection system.
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