Which mechanism of heat transfer involves transfer of heat by mass movement or circulation within a substance?
A) radiation
B) condensation
C) convection
D) conduction

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Convection involves transfer of heat by mass movement or circulation within a substance, such as the movement of hot air rising and cool air sinking. Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, condensation is the change of state from gas to liquid, and conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials.

Which Mechanism of Heat Transfer Involves Transfer of Heat by Mass