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Question 7 • Physics I

Which is an example of convection?

Answer
A
On a hot day, Amaya pours water on her face to cool off.
B
Above the sea, warm air rises, cools, and sinks.
C
In a mountain forest, the sun heats up the ground.
D
At the beach, Stephan’s feet get hot walking across the sand.

Explanation

Convection transfers heat through the movement of a fluid, such as air or water. Above the sea, warm air rises and cooler air sinks, so “warm air rises, cools, and sinks” is an example of convection.

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