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Lämmönluovutus, also known as heat transfer, is the process by which thermal energy moves from one system to another. This movement occurs because of a temperature difference. Heat naturally flows from a region of higher temperature to a region of lower temperature. There are three primary mechanisms by which lämmönluovutus takes place: conduction, convection, and radiation.

Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact. In solids, atoms or molecules vibrate and collide with their neighbors, passing thermal energy along. Liquids and gases also conduct heat, though generally less effectively than solids.

Convection involves the movement of heat through the bulk motion of fluids, which are liquids or gases. When a fluid is heated, it becomes less dense and rises, while cooler, denser fluid sinks. This circulation pattern, known as a convection current, effectively transfers heat throughout the fluid.

Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves. Unlike conduction and convection, radiation does not require a medium to travel and can occur through a vacuum, such as the space between the sun and Earth. All objects with a temperature above absolute zero emit thermal radiation. The rate and intensity of radiation depend on the object's temperature and surface properties. Understanding lämmönluovutus is crucial in many fields, including engineering, physics, and everyday life, impacting everything from building insulation to the design of engines.