Heat is not a substance but the movement of energy

Science · Published 28 October 2026 Swipe more like this →

In short: Understand the fundamental physics of how warmth travels. This video explains the core mechanics of heat transfer and why temperature differences drive the physical world.

Paul Andersen explores the scientific definition of heat as the transfer of energy from objects with higher temperatures to those with lower temperatures. The presentation breaks down the three primary methods by which this movement occurs: conduction, convection, and radiation.

By distinguishing between temperature as a state and heat as a process, the video provides a foundational look at thermodynamics.

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