Convection is a specific *method* of heat transfer that involves the movement of fluids (liquids or gases). Here's the breakdown:
* Heat transfer is the general term for the movement of thermal energy from one object or substance to another.
* Convection is one way heat can be transferred. It occurs when warm fluids rise and cooler fluids sink, creating a circular motion that carries heat.
Here are the other two main methods of heat transfer:
* Conduction: Heat transfer through direct contact between objects.
* Radiation: Heat transfer through electromagnetic waves.
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