AQA GCSE Physics P2.1 Energy transfer by conduction

This PowerPoint resource is designed for teaching the AQA GCSE Physics topic P2.1: Energy Transfer by Conduction. It provides a comprehensive overview of key concepts related to thermal conduction, making it an ideal resource for classroom instruction.

Learning Objectives:
Identify the best conductors and insulators: Students will learn which materials are effective conductors and which are better insulators, with practical examples.
Understand how thermal conductivity affects energy transfer: The resource explains how the thermal conductivity of a material influences the rate of energy transfer by conduction.
Explore the impact of material thickness on energy transfer: The lesson covers how the thickness of a material layer affects the rate of energy transfer through conduction.

The PowerPoint includes clear explanations, diagrams, and examples, along with questions to assess understanding. It is structured to help students grasp these fundamental concepts in energy transfer by conduction.