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QuizMultiple Choice

Heat Transfer

Question 1 • 25-26 CHEMISTRY IN THE EARTH SYSTEM S1

Which two conditions must exist in order for radiation to occur?

Answer
A
the presence of a solid, liquid, or gas and a temperature difference
B
direct contact of molecules and the presence of a solid, liquid, or gas
C
the presence of electromagnetic waves and direct contact of molecules
D
a temperature difference and the presence of electromagnetic waves

Explanation

Radiation transfers energy through electromagnetic waves, so it does not require matter or direct contact between molecules. A temperature difference drives the transfer of heat from a warmer object to a cooler one. Therefore, the two conditions are a temperature difference and electromagnetic waves, which is choice D.

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