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Consequences of thermal energy transfer
Describe some common everyday uses and effects of conduction, convection, and radiation, such as: (a) heating items like cooking pots (b) warming a room through convection.
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- Describe some common everyday uses and effects of conduction, convection, and radiation, such as: (a) heating items like cooking pots (b) warming a room through convection.
- Discuss some intricate uses and effects of conduction, convection, and radiation where multiple forms of thermal energy transfer play a role, including: (a) the combustion of wood or coal in a fire (b) the operation of a car radiator.
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