How does heat energy cause problems?
Sometimes the transformation of energy into heat energy is helpful. Think of the heater you use to keep warm in winter. However often the transformation of energy into heat in not helpful in efficient running of a device.
Sections
7) Heat Energy - Efficient or Inefficient
8) Conduction
9) Convection
10) Radiation
Core Learning Intentions
7) Heat Energy - Efficient or Inefficient
8) Conduction
9) Convection
10) Radiation
Core Learning Intentions
- describe energy transformations that can be efficient or inefficient
- identify that heat is a common product of inefficient energy transformations
- describe methods of heat transfer (convection, conduction and radiation)