Which of the following forms of energy transfer can occur in a vacuum?
A) conduction
B) convection
C) radiation
D) all of the above
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Radiation occurs even in a vacuum, as matter can give off energy in the electromagnetic spectrum, depending on its form and temperature.
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In a vacuum, the only form of energy transfer that can occur is radiation. Thus, the correct answer is C) radiation. Conduction and convection both require a medium, such as a solid or a fluid, to transfer heat energy.
To determine which forms of energy transfer can occur in a vacuum, we need to understand the definitions of each term.
A) Conduction: This is the transfer of heat or energy through direct contact between substances. In a vacuum, there is an absence of matter, so there are no particles to physically contact each other. Therefore, conduction cannot occur in a vacuum.
B) Convection: This is the transfer of heat or energy through a fluid or gas. In a vacuum, there is an absence of fluid or gas, so convection cannot occur in a vacuum.
C) Radiation: This is the transfer of heat or energy through electromagnetic waves. Unlike conduction and convection, radiation does not require a medium to travel through. Electromagnetic waves can travel through a vacuum, as demonstrated by the heat and light we receive from the Sun.
Based on these explanations, the correct answer is C) radiation. Radiation is the only form of energy transfer that can occur in a vacuum.