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Vocabulary/Definitions (Return to Contents). What type of energy goes into taking a shower?. Energy Applications. How can we use energy from the sun to replace the energy we use from the combustion of fossil fuels? 1. sun’s thermal energy photovoltaic cell electricity
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Vocabulary/Definitions (Return to Contents) What type of energy goes into taking a shower? Energy Applications
How can we use energy from the sun to replace the energy we use from the combustion of fossil fuels? • 1. sun’s thermal energy photovoltaic cell electricity • 2. radiation from the sun thermal energy (Often used in conjunction with homes hot water heater)
The transfer of heat between substances happens in these ways: • Conduction • Convection • Radiation Things you need to know…
The transfer of heat through a specific material such as heat moving through a metal pot being heated on stove Conduction
The transfer of heat through a fluid such as water or air. Convection
Energy that is radiated or transmitted in the form of rays, waves or particles. Radiation