hi there - new kettle owner - have questions

[Thunder71]

Well, true - but in this instance it is warm air I was discussing so my point is valid (I think).

Thanks for the clarification.

Well, I look at it as heat rises...

Not to be an ass, but that's how this is going to sound.... 
Heat doesn't 'rise'.  Heat dissipates in 360 degrees.  Warm air rises.

[Red Kettle Rich]

Well, I look at it as heat rises...

Not to be an ass, but that's how this is going to sound.... 
Heat doesn't 'rise'.  Heat dissipates in 360 degrees.  Warm air rises.

The warm air carries heat upward, although "Heat dissipates in 360 degrees." it spreads anisotropically so it is correct to say heat rises