Which process causes loss of heat by transforming liquid water into a gas?
A) Conduction
B) Radiation
C) Convection
D) Metabolism
E) Evaporation

Question

Which process causes loss of heat by transforming liquid water into a gas?  
A) Conduction
B) Radiation
C) Convection
D) Metabolism
E) Evaporation

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Evaporation is the process in which liquid water is transformed into water vapor or gas. Energy is required to break the bonds between water molecules to cause this transformation, and this energy is absorbed from the surroundings, leading to a cooling effect. Therefore, evaporation is the process that causes loss of heat. Conduction and convection involve the transfer of heat through matter, while radiation refers to the emission of energy in the form of electromagnetic waves. Metabolism, on the other hand, is the biochemical process by which living organisms convert food into energy or perform other vital functions.

Which Process Causes Loss of Heat by Transforming Liquid Water