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WHAT IS HEAT?

Go to www.scilinks.org. To find links related to

heat, type in the keyword HSM1661. Then use
the links to answer the following questions
about heat.

1. Is it really possible to fry an egg on a

sidewalk on a hot summer day? Explain your answer.
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2. Suppose you are asked to design the seating for an outdoor football stadium.
Knowing that the air during autumn and winter days can be cold, you want to
be sure that the spectators remain as comfortable as possible. Which material
should you use for the benches: metal or wood? ______________Explain your
answer.
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3. Adding more layers of insulation will keep the interior of a building cooler
during hot days. However, added insulation costs more, so you need to
consider at what point you get the most insulating effect for your money.
Compare the advantages of using one, two and four layers of insulation. What
would the most efficient number of insulation layers be?
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