Physics behind the Peltier effect

Uuplaku

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Im really confused on how exactly the "Peltier" effect works. Can anyone explain it to me?
 

Evadman

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He is looking for a "why" not an explanation of what a pelter is :)

I was given to understand that the electons traveling from one side to the other conducted the heat, but I am 60% sure that is incorrect :)

Anyone know for sure?