Chapter Objectives:

• Explain conduction and its effects.
• Distinguish between conduction and convection.
• Explain how heat can be transmitted through empty space.
• Given the color and shininess of two objects, predict which is likely to absorb radiant energy more easily.
• Compare the ability of an object to emit radiant energy with its ability to absorb radiant energy.
• Relate the temperature difference between an object and its surroundings to the rate at which it cools.
• Describe global warming and Earth's greenhouse effect.
  

Chapter Terms:

• conduction
• convection
• radiation
• Newton's Law of Cooling
• greenhouse effect
• solar constant
• solar power

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Chapter Outline Framework:

• Conduction
• Convection
• Radiation
  • Emission of Radiant Energy
  • Absorption of Radiant Energy
  • Reflection of Radiant Energy
  • Cooling at Night by Radiation
• The Greenhouse Effect
• Solar Power
• Controlling Heat Transfer

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