Heat Energy Transfer in Hot Cocoa Cups
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What is the primary mechanism of heat transfer in a metal rod?

  • Conduction (correct)
  • Insulation
  • Radiation
  • Convection
  • Why are metals considered good conductors of heat?

  • Due to their high density
  • Due to their low thermal conductivity
  • Due to the presence of free-moving electrons (correct)
  • Due to their high thermal expansion
  • What happens to the density of water molecules when heated?

  • It decreases (correct)
  • It becomes zero
  • It increases
  • It remains the same
  • What is the primary mechanism of heat transfer in a pot of water?

    <p>Convection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why are radiators effective in heating houses?

    <p>Due to convection</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the global conveyor belt characterized by?

    <p>Continuously circulating deep-ocean currents due to temperature and density</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How does heat transfer occur through radiation?

    <p>Through electromagnetic waves</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Why is it possible for heat from the sun to reach the planet?

    <p>Due to radiation</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is characteristic of good insulators?

    <p>They contain pockets of air in their structure</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the primary reason why a wooden stick is considered a good insulator?

    <p>It inhibits the flow of heat</p> Signup and view all the answers

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