Convection ovens are ovens that are advertised to cook food more evenly than a standard thermal oven. Which statement best explains how a convection oven works?
a: Hot air is transferred through molecule to molecule contact.
b: Hot air is transferred through density differences with hot air rising and cool air sinking.
c: Hot air is transferred through density differences with cool air rising and hot air sinking.
d: Hot air is transferred through heat being radiated from a thermal burner.
b: Hot air is transferred through density differences with hot air rising and cool air sinking.
The statement that best explains how a convection oven works is option c: Hot air is transferred through density differences with cool air rising and hot air sinking.
In a convection oven, there is a fan that circulates the hot air inside the oven. This fan helps distribute the heat evenly throughout the cooking chamber. As the hot air circulates, it creates a convection current. The hot air rises due to being less dense, while the cooler air sinks to take its place. This constant movement of air helps to cook food more evenly and faster compared to a standard thermal oven.
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