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2.3.2 Convection

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Question 14

Air above a radiator is heated and expands.

How does this thermal expansion lead to the formation of a convection current?

A

The density of the heated air decreases, causing it to rise.

B

The density of the heated air increases, causing it to rise.

C

The mass of the air molecules decreases, making them lighter.

D

The molecules themselves expand, increasing their individual volumes.

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2.3.2 Convection Questions

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73 exam-style questions on CIE IGCSE Physics 2.3.2 Convection. Each one has a worked solution and a mark scheme showing where the marks go.

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