Water is poured into a pan and heated over a flame. After some time, the hot water begins rising to the top. Which type of heat transfer is involved in this ?
A
conduction
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B
convection
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C
radiation
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D
thermal expansion
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E
specific heat
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Solution
The correct option is B convection Convection is heat transfer by mass motion of a fluid such as air or water when the heated fluid is caused to move away from the source of heat, carrying energy with it. Convection above a hot surface occurs because hot air expands, becomes less dense, and rises.