2.3.3 Radiation

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Thermal Radiation

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Grade Level9th Grade

SubjectThermal Radiation

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2.3.3 Radiation

This learning resource focuses on the concept of thermal radiation and infrared waves, emphasizing how heat energy travels without a medium as electromagnetic waves. It highlights the significance of thermal radiation in heat transfer, particularly in environments like vacuums, where conduction and convection cannot occur. The document includes a bilingual vocabulary table for key scientific terms in English and Chinese, along with a comparative analysis of how different surface properties affect absorption, emission, and reflection in thermal radiation. Additionally, it engages students with visual experiments and scenarios to deepen their understanding of heat flow and the implications of surface color on temperature regulation in buildings. Challenge and extension tasks encourage experimental design and critical thinking regarding thermal properties.