Focus Physics

Consequences of thermal transfer

Core concepts and learning points for this section:

Syllabus Points

Core

  • 2.3.4.1 Explain some of the basic everyday applications and consequences of conduction, convection and radiation, including: (a) heating objects such as kitchen pans (b) heating a room by convection

Supplement

  • 2.3.4.2 Explain some of the complex applications and consequences of conduction, convection and radiation where more than one type of thermal energy transfer is significant, including: (a) a fire burning wood or coal (b) a radiator in a car