Which mechanism(s)of heat transfer will work in a vacuum?
A)conduction
B)convection
C)radiation
D)none of the above

Name: Which mechanism(s)of heat transfer will work in a vacuum? A)conduction B)convection C)radiation D)none of the above
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Radiation is the only mechanism of heat transfer that can work in a vacuum because it does not require a medium to transfer heat. Conduction and convection both require a medium, such as a solid or fluid, to transfer heat. Therefore, the best choice is C.

Which Mechanism(s)of Heat Transfer Will Work in a Vacuum