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Heat Transfer Overview

Between 30% and 60% of energy used in American households is used to condition or maintain a temperature within a home. Regardless of the climate or the home, heat always behaves in predictable ways, and these are useful for understanding how heat moves through structures. This lesson introduces the basic principles that govern this transfer of heat.

Learning Objectives

At the conclusion of this lesson, you will be able to:

  • Summarize the basic principles of heat movement
  • Distinguish between heat and temperature
  • Define conduction, convection, and radiation

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