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The three modes of heat transfer are:
Question

The three modes of heat transfer are:

A.

Conduction, Convection and Radiation

B.

Conduction, Condensation and Radiation

C.

Boiling, Melting and Freezing

D.

Consumption, Boiling and Evaporation

Correct option is A

The correct answer is (A) Conduction, Convection and Radiation

Explanation:

Heat transfer is the process by which thermal energy moves from a region of higher temperature to a region of lower temperature. There are three fundamental modes of heat transfer:

  • Conduction: Transfer of heat through a solid medium without the movement of particles.
    Example: Heating of a metal rod from one end.

  • Convection: Transfer of heat through the actual movement of fluids (liquids or gases).
    Example: Boiling water, sea breeze.

  • Radiation: Transfer of heat in the form of electromagnetic waves, which does not require any medium.
    Example: Heat received from the Sun.

Thus, Conduction, Convection, and Radiation together constitute the three modes of heat transfer.

Information Booster:

  • Conduction is most effective in metals due to free electrons.

  • Convection currents occur due to density differences in fluids.

  • Radiation can occur even in a vacuum.

  • All objects above absolute zero emit thermal radiation.

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