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Infrared Thermogram: Visualising Heat Loss

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This diagram covers Infrared Thermogram: Visualising Heat Loss within Heat Transfer for GCSE Physics. Revise Heat Transfer in Energy for GCSE Physics with 14 exam-style questions and 11 flashcards. This is a high-frequency topic, so it is worth revising until the explanation feels precise and repeatable. It is section 8 of 17 in this topic. Focus on the labels, the relationships between parts, and the explanation that turns the diagram into an exam-ready answer.

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Section 8 of 17

Practice

14 questions

Recall

11 flashcards

📊 Infrared Thermogram: Visualising Heat Loss

HOW IT WORKS: Infrared cameras detect thermal radiation (heat). Warmer objects emit more infrared, appearing red/yellow. This reveals where homes lose heat — helping identify where insulation is needed.

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Comparing the Three MethodsReducing Heat Loss in BuildingsThree Ways Heat EscapesCONDUCTION — Heat Through Solids

Practice Questions for Heat Transfer

Which method of thermal energy transfer occurs mainly in solids?

  • A. Convection
  • B. Conduction
  • C. Radiation
  • D. Evaporation
1 markfoundation

Explain how a convection current forms when the base of a fluid is heated.

3 marksstandard

Quick Recall Flashcards

Fluid is heated
particles gain kinetic energy → move faster → spread out
Examples
wood, plastic, glass, air, wool

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