Conduction (solids), Convection (liquids and gases), Radiation (no medium needed — like sunlight).
FORMULA BLOCK
Heat Formula: Q = m × s × ΔT
Where:
Q = Heat energy (in Joules)
m = Mass of substance (in kg)
s = Specific heat capacity (in J/kg°C)
ΔT = Change in temperature (Final Temp − Initial Temp)
Temperature Conversion Formulas:
°C to °F → F = (9/5 × C) + 32
°F to °C → C = 5/9 × (F − 32)
°C to K → K = C + 273
K to °C → C = K − 273
Note: 0°C = 273 K = 32°F. Absolute Zero = 0 K = −273°C.
EXAM PATTERNS
RRB Group D commonly asks:
- Direct conversion between Celsius, Fahrenheit, and Kelvin
- Which method of heat transfer applies to a situation (sun heating earth = Radiation)
- Specific heat of water based problems
- Finding Q using the formula Q = msΔT
- Comparing heat content vs temperature
SHORTCUT / TRICK
Trick 1 — Temperature Conversion Memory Aid:
To convert Celsius to Fahrenheit, remember: Double it, subtract 10%, add 32