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2.3.4 Consequences of thermal energy transfer

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Question 20

On a bright, sunny day, a dark-coloured slate roof and the air directly above it both increase in temperature.

a.

Explain why the temperature of the dark slate roof increases.

[2]
b.

State the method of thermal energy transfer from the hot slate roof to the air in direct contact with it.

[1]
c.

State the main method of thermal energy transfer from the air in direct contact with the roof to the rest of the surrounding air.

[1]
d.

Explain why the temperature of the slate roof is significantly higher than the temperature of the surrounding air.

[2]
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