In a vacuum, which mode of heat transfer is not possible?

Practice Questions

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In a vacuum, which mode of heat transfer is not possible?
  1. Conduction
  2. Convection
  3. Radiation
  4. All of the above

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

In a vacuum, which mode of heat transfer is not possible?
  • Step 1: Understand the three modes of heat transfer: conduction, convection, and radiation.
  • Step 2: Know that conduction requires direct contact between materials.
  • Step 3: Realize that radiation can occur in a vacuum because it involves electromagnetic waves.
  • Step 4: Learn that convection requires a medium, like air or water, to transfer heat through the movement of that medium.
  • Step 5: Conclude that in a vacuum, there is no medium available for convection, so it cannot occur.
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