Thermal Energy Transfer Quick Check

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Question
Which option is an example of heat transfer by conduction?(1 point)
Responses

person getting warm from an electric blanket
person getting warm from an electric blanket

pavement heating up in the sun
pavement heating up in the sun

air conditioner cooling the room
air conditioner cooling the room

air getting warm from a radiator
air getting warm from a radiator

Answer 1

The option that represents heat transfer by conduction is:

air getting warm from a radiator

Conduction is the process of heat transfer through direct contact between materials. In this case, the air is warmed directly by contact with the hot surface of the radiator.