Conduction Is the Heat Exchange That Occurs

question 8

Multiple Choice

Conduction is the heat exchange that occurs

• A) between molecules of two materials that are in direct contact with each other
• B) by the movement of air or water between areas of different temperatures
• C) in the form of infrared rays between a warmer object and a cooler one without physical contact
• D) occurs collectively among molecules within liquids or gases
• E) between the body and the atmosphere by evaporation of water from the skin surface

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