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Convection

Question 1 • Fall 24 GSE Physical Science B IC

Which statements best describe conduction? Check all that apply.Conduction only occurs within a substance.Conduction can occur within a substance or between two substances.Slow-moving molecules collide with fast-moving molecules.Fast-moving molecules collide with slow-moving molecules.Thermal energy is transferred from a warmer substance to a cooler substance.Thermal energy is transferred from a cooler substance to a warmer substance.

Answer
A
Conduction only occurs within a substance.
B
Conduction can occur within a substance or between two substances.
C
Slow-moving molecules collide with fast-moving molecules.
D
Fast-moving molecules collide with slow-moving molecules.
E
Thermal energy is transferred from a warmer substance to a cooler substance.
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Thermal energy is transferred from a cooler substance to a warmer substance.

Explanation

Conduction transfers thermal energy through direct contact, either within a substance or between substances, so B is correct. Faster-moving molecules collide with slower-moving molecules and transfer energy to them, making D correct. The net transfer of thermal energy is from the warmer substance to the cooler substance, so E is correct.

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