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What is thermal energy that is transferred by open space?

Thermal energy that is transferred through open space is known as radiation. This type of heat transfer does not require a medium, such as air or water, for the energy to travel from a warmer object to a cooler one. An example of this is the heat we receive from the sun.


How does heat transfer in a flask?

Heat transfer in a flask occurs through conduction - the heat energy moves from the hot liquid inside the flask to the walls of the flask. The rate of heat transfer depends on the thermal conductivity of the material the flask is made of. Additionally, heat can also be lost or gained through convection if the flask is open to the surrounding environment.


Can light go through open space?

Yes, light can travel through open space. Light does not require a medium to propagate, so it can move through the vacuum of space without any obstacles.


Name and describe the three kinds of heat transfer?

Conduction is heat transfer through a material as thermal energy moves from molecule to molecule through a substance; or from one object to an adjoining object. If you pick up the handle of a cast iron frying pan from a hot stove you'll experience conduction! The heat reaches your hand via conduction from the burner to the bottom of the pan through the metal handle to your hand.Heat is conducted through the ceilings, walls and floors of homes. Effective insulation slows conduction by keeping heat out during summer and in during winter.Convection is the transfer of heat by a liquid or gas (such as air). Circulatory air motion due to warmer air rising and cooler air falling is a common mechanism by which thermal energy is transferred. An open chimney flue provides a good example of convective heat loss during the winter. Warm air will rise up the chimney and cold air will fall down into the home. The energy used to warm the air that escapes is lost. The cold air must now be heated. The greater the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the home, and the larger the openings in the home, the easier it is for air to move and the greater losses you will have due to convection. Convective heat loss occurs through cracks and holes in the home and gaps and voids in ceilings, walls, and floors-and in the insulation. Convection also occurs if air can circulate through the insulation - if insulation is to be effective, it must prevent air from flowing easily through it. Properly applied insulation reduces convective heat loss by resisting and minimizing air movement.Radiant heat transfer occurs between objects that are not touching. The sun heating the earth is an example of radiant heat transfer. The sun warms the earth without warming the space between the sun and the earth. An example of radiant heat transfer is found in a typical attic during the summer. The sun radiates heat to the roof, which in turn radiates heat down toward the ceiling. If the insulation covering the ceiling does not effectively resist radiant heat transfer, then the ceiling will become increasingly warm - radiate heat down into the home - and the home will be uncomfortable. Properly applied insulation arrests radiant heat transferi forot


Where can sounds not travel?

Sound cannot travel in a vacuum. Sound is mechanical energy, and it travels by the transfer of mechanical energy through the medium through which it is traveling. If there is nothing to transfer the mechanical energy, like there is nothing in a vacuum, sound cannot travel there.

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What kind of heat transfer occurs through open space?

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What is thermal energy that is transferred by open space?

Thermal energy that is transferred through open space is known as radiation. This type of heat transfer does not require a medium, such as air or water, for the energy to travel from a warmer object to a cooler one. An example of this is the heat we receive from the sun.


How does heat transfer in a flask?

Heat transfer in a flask occurs through conduction - the heat energy moves from the hot liquid inside the flask to the walls of the flask. The rate of heat transfer depends on the thermal conductivity of the material the flask is made of. Additionally, heat can also be lost or gained through convection if the flask is open to the surrounding environment.


What is radiation heat?

Radiate heat is ENERGY TRANSFER at a distance FROM ONE OBJECT to ANOTHER OBJECT through a form of 1. heat conduction through a medium. 2. heat waves (a variety of light waves) in the Infrared region of light 3. Energy transfer with a transfer agent. The object that heat is being radiated TO (the target), then rises in temperature, due to the transfer of energy.


Can light go through open space?

Yes, light can travel through open space. Light does not require a medium to propagate, so it can move through the vacuum of space without any obstacles.


What type of radiation can pass through a open window?

heat


Name and describe the three kinds of heat transfer?

Conduction is heat transfer through a material as thermal energy moves from molecule to molecule through a substance; or from one object to an adjoining object. If you pick up the handle of a cast iron frying pan from a hot stove you'll experience conduction! The heat reaches your hand via conduction from the burner to the bottom of the pan through the metal handle to your hand.Heat is conducted through the ceilings, walls and floors of homes. Effective insulation slows conduction by keeping heat out during summer and in during winter.Convection is the transfer of heat by a liquid or gas (such as air). Circulatory air motion due to warmer air rising and cooler air falling is a common mechanism by which thermal energy is transferred. An open chimney flue provides a good example of convective heat loss during the winter. Warm air will rise up the chimney and cold air will fall down into the home. The energy used to warm the air that escapes is lost. The cold air must now be heated. The greater the temperature difference between the inside and outside of the home, and the larger the openings in the home, the easier it is for air to move and the greater losses you will have due to convection. Convective heat loss occurs through cracks and holes in the home and gaps and voids in ceilings, walls, and floors-and in the insulation. Convection also occurs if air can circulate through the insulation - if insulation is to be effective, it must prevent air from flowing easily through it. Properly applied insulation reduces convective heat loss by resisting and minimizing air movement.Radiant heat transfer occurs between objects that are not touching. The sun heating the earth is an example of radiant heat transfer. The sun warms the earth without warming the space between the sun and the earth. An example of radiant heat transfer is found in a typical attic during the summer. The sun radiates heat to the roof, which in turn radiates heat down toward the ceiling. If the insulation covering the ceiling does not effectively resist radiant heat transfer, then the ceiling will become increasingly warm - radiate heat down into the home - and the home will be uncomfortable. Properly applied insulation arrests radiant heat transferi forot


Edenpure heaters use what type of technology?

Edenpure heaters use infrared heating to heat a space. This allows the unit to heat a small confined space or a very large open space based on the size of the machine.


When Ice melts in iceboxes because .?

through the insulted walls, door when it is open,and warm food placed in the refrigerator


Why is an open circuit called open?

An open circuit is called open because the circuit has an opening, a disconnection. In other words, there is an open space in the circuit in which the electrons cannot move through.


Where can sounds not travel?

Sound cannot travel in a vacuum. Sound is mechanical energy, and it travels by the transfer of mechanical energy through the medium through which it is traveling. If there is nothing to transfer the mechanical energy, like there is nothing in a vacuum, sound cannot travel there.


Can you start a fire in space?

Burning requires a flammable material and oxygen as well as a heat source. Rocket fuel will burn in space because it contains its own oxygen. Applying a heat source will ignite rocket fuel. A fuel such as gasoline will not burn in space as there is no oxygen present.