Energy Transfer and Particle Behavior Quiz

Energy in a hot object will transfer to a cold object until they are equal temperatures.

Conduction requires a medium with particles and air. The particles are in direct contact and their vibration transfers heat. This process occurs in areas with less density and particles far apart.

Convection requires a medium with particles and air. Hot particles move up while cold particles move down. Hot particles have less density, are far apart, and possess more energy, while cold particles have more density, are compact, and possess less energy. This process differs from conduction as it involves the movement of particles.

<p>Radiation involves the transfer of energy through electromagnetic waves. It occurs in a vacuum, an area with no particles and air, and is the fastest energy transfer process.</p> Signup and view all the answers

<p>In a pool, there are more particles or molecules splashing around, resulting in more energy due to increased movement and interaction. In a cup, fewer particles are present, leading to less energy as there is reduced movement and action.</p> Signup and view all the answers