Convection

usgb/kənˈvekʃn/
noun

The movement in a gas or liquid in which the warmer parts move up and the colder parts move down.

Heating the room by natural convection
Visual representation of "convection" - The movement in a gas or liquid in which the warmer parts move up and the colder parts move down

Often appears as...

  • natural convection
  • forced convection

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Natural Phenomena

Convection typically describes natural heat movement, without mechanical aid.

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The lake water circulates due to convection.
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Climate Explanation

Convection explains certain weather patterns, like wind and cloud formation.

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Convection causes the formation of thunderclouds.
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Household Context

Convection is used to explain the functioning of heaters and ovens.

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Our convection oven cooks food evenly.
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