Match the heat exchange terms labelled a. through d. with their descriptions.
-emission of heat energy from the surface of a warm body in the form of electromagnetic waves
A)convection
B)evaporation
C)radiation
D)conduction

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Radiation is the emission of heat energy from the surface of a warm body in the form of electromagnetic waves.

The other options are defined as: 
A) Convection: the transfer of heat energy through the movement of a fluid or gas 
B) Evaporation: the process of a liquid changing state into a gas, which can have a cooling effect 
D) Conduction: the transfer of heat energy through direct contact between two materials.

Match the Heat Exchange Terms Labelled A