Physics 0625 · IGCSE · Transfer of thermal energy

Transfer of thermal energy — practice question

A candle is used to warm some water in a glass beaker. What is the main method of heat transfer through the glass and throughout the water?

  • Athrough the glass: conduction; within the water: conduction
  • Bthrough the glass: conduction; within the water: convection
  • Cthrough the glass: convection; within the water: conduction
  • Dthrough the glass: convection; within the water: convection

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