Directions: For this assignment you will be creating a mind-map explaining the concept of heat transfer including the processes of conduction, convection and radiation. Read the short articles below and use your Conduction, Convection & Radiation Mini-Practicals to help you. You will be demonstrating your understanding of the mini-practicals and readings through a mind-map explaining heat transfer, including the processes of conduction, convection and radiation. Good luck, and make sure that you ask if you have any questions!
How to Make a Mind-Map (Watch this first!)
How to Mind-Map Mind-Map (Look at this example of a mind-map of mind-maps)
Short Articles
(Read these for important information – think about the questions below each article as you consider how to set up your mind-map!)
- State an example of a good conductor and an example of a bad conductor.
- Explain how conduction works, including an explanation of particles and electrons.
- Describe the movement of heat in the series of diagrams on the site. Be very clear about the role of electrons and ions in your description!
- Explain why liquids and gases are both considered fluids.
- Describe the process of the movement of heat through convection.
- Explain the role of density in the movement of heat through convection.
- Describe how the movement of heat in radiation is different from the movement of heat in conduction and convection.
- Explain why we can feel heat energy from the sun even though it is 150 million km from Earth.
- Explain what sort of surface is a good absorber and emitter of infrared radiation and why.