convection

• Sustantivo que designa el fenómeno de transferencia de calor a través de un fluido (líquido o gas) debido al movimiento de sus moléculas, así como el movimiento vertical de calor u otras propiedades en la atmósfera.

A noun referring to the transfer of heat through a fluid caused by molecular motion, or the vertical movement of heat or other properties within the atmosphere.

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1. Heat transfer in fluidsB2formalscientific

   The process by which heat is transferred through a fluid (liquid or gas) due to the movement of molecules.

   Convección térmica

   • Convection currents in the pot caused the water to boil evenly.
   • Radiators heat a room primarily through convection.
   • The Earth's mantle undergoes slow convection, driving plate tectonics.

2. Atmospheric motionB2formalscientific

   The vertical movement of heat, moisture, or other properties within the atmosphere, often leading to cloud formation and weather patterns.

   Convección atmosférica

   • Strong convection in the atmosphere can lead to thunderstorms.
   • Meteorologists study convection to predict severe weather.
   • Warm air rising due to convection creates low-pressure areas.