convection
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Definitions
n.
The transfer of heat through a fluid or gas by the circulation of currents caused by temperature differences.
对流,热对流
🧩 Root Breakdown
Root-derivedCommon Collocations
- 1.heat convection热对流
- 2.convection current对流电流
Example Sentences
- 1.
Convection in the Earth's mantle drives plate tectonics and causes volcanic activity.