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  • Heat Transfer vs. Convection: Understanding the Difference
    No, the transfer of temperature from one substance to another is called heat transfer.

    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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