Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
energy-transfer
noun
/ˈɛnərdʒi ˈtrænsfər/
Definition
The process of transferring energy from one system, object, or form to another.
Examples
- The energy-transfer between the sun and plants is crucial for photosynthesis.
- In physics, energy-transfer can occur through conduction, convection, and radiation.
- During the race, the energy-transfer from the runners’ muscles to their motion is evident.
Meaning
Energy transfer occurs when energy moves from one entity to another, impactfully changing the state, motion, or temperature of a body or system.
Synonyms
- energy conversion
- energy transmission
- energy movement
