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Physics and Chemistry in Design Quick Check
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In a building, air moves due to currents caused by temperature differences. Which statement best describes these currents?(1 point)
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They transfer thermal energy due to radiation.
They transfer thermal energy due to radiation.
They transfer electrical energy due to conduction.
They transfer electrical energy due to conduction.
They transfer electrical energy due to convection.
They transfer electrical energy due to convection.
They transfer thermal energy due to convection.
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In a building, air moves due to currents caused by temperature differences. Which statement best describes these currents?(1 point)
Responses
They transfer thermal energy due to radiation.
They transfer thermal energy due to radiation.
They transfer electrical energy due to conduction.
They transfer electrical energy due to conduction.
They transfer electrical energy due to convection.
They transfer electrical energy due to convection.
They transfer thermal energy due to convection.
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The correct statement is:
**They transfer thermal energy due to convection.**
Convection is the process by which heat is transferred in fluids (liquids and gases) through the movement of the fluid itself, usually caused by temperature differences.
**They transfer thermal energy due to convection.**
Convection is the process by which heat is transferred in fluids (liquids and gases) through the movement of the fluid itself, usually caused by temperature differences.