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Which of the following is an example of heat transfer by conduction?

AThe upstairs of a house being warmer than the downstairs

BBurning your finger on a hot match

CThe sun warming your skin

DBeing warmed by a fire on a cold night

Verified Answer :

c is the answer to the question

conduction is when heat is transfered because surfaces are touching
convection is transfer through a fluid or gas like water or air

A is convection
B is when you touch the match, conduction
C is convection
D. you aren't touching the fire so convection

B is answer