Types of Heat Sources

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What is the process of splitting or separating protons, electrons, and neutrons to create energy called?

  • Thermal Conduction
  • Nuclear Fusion
  • Convection Transfer
  • Nuclear Reaction (correct)

Which type of heat transfer occurs in solids through direct contact or conductors?

  • Conduction (correct)
  • Radiation
  • Convection
  • Thermal Propagation

At which phase of fire does flashover occur, and the intensity is at its peak?

  • Final Phase
  • Initial Phase
  • Free Burning Phase (correct)
  • Smoldering Phase

Which phase of fire is characterized by the base temperature being around 800 to 1,000 degrees Fahrenheit?

<p>Free Burning Phase (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

In which heat transfer process does heat travel in the form of waves through vacuum?

<p>Radiation (D)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What type of heat transfer occurs primarily through the movement of hot gases or liquids?

<p>Convection (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the sources of mechanical heat?

<p>Friction and overheating of machines (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which of the following is NOT a source of electrical heat?

<p>Overheating of machines (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is Spontaneous Heating?

<p>Heating of an organic substance without external heat (B)</p> Signup and view all the answers

Which type of heat energy involves the release of heat from decomposing compounds?

<p>Heat of Decomposition (C)</p> Signup and view all the answers

How is nuclear heat produced?

<p>By splitting or fusing of atomic particles (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

What can cause poor wire connections to generate electrical heat?

<p>Too much resistance (A)</p> Signup and view all the answers

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