Heat Transfer by Convection This mode of heat transfer is seen in liquids and gases in which the molecules are less densely packed and are free to move. Thus, convection is the primary mode of heat transfer in fluids.Let us see the following example and learn how heat is transferred by convection. The bottom of a vessel containing water is heated. After sometime, the … [Read more...] about Heat Transfer by Convection
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Heat Transfer by Conduction
Heat Transfer by Conduction We have seen in earlier examples that metal objects heat up when they come in contact with hot solids or liquids. For example, a stainless steel spoon becomes hot when left in a hot liquid. How do you think this happens? The heat from the hot liquid moves to the container and from there to the stainless steel spoon.How Does Conduction … [Read more...] about Heat Transfer by Conduction