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Convection (heat transfer)

physical science Maturity 11-13

Heat can move from one place to another.

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It moves when things like water or air flow. Hot water moves up in a pan. Cold water falls down. This helps heat spread out. It is very cool to see! Can you feel warm air move?

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📚 Content adapted from Wikipedia | Readability: FK 13.4 | Vital Level 5