Heat, Temperature, and Thermal Flow · Term 1

Applications of Heat Transfer

Students will investigate real-world applications of heat transfer principles in daily life, such as insulation and heating systems.

Key Questions

  1. Justify the design choices in thermos flasks based on heat transfer principles.
  2. Evaluate the effectiveness of different insulating materials.
  3. Design a simple experiment to compare the insulating properties of various materials.

CBSE Learning Outcomes

CBSE: Heat - Class 7
Class: Class 7
Subject: Science (EVS K-5)
Unit: Heat, Temperature, and Thermal Flow
Period: Term 1

Suggested Methodologies

Project-Based Learning

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45–60 min

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Evaluate multiple options against weighted criteria

25–45 min

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