convection

• Substantivo que designa a transferência de calor através de um fluido (líquido ou gás) causada pelo movimento das moléculas, ou o movimento vertical de calor ou outras propriedades na atmosfera.

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.

   Transferência de calor em fluidos

   • 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.

   Convecção

   • 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.