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2.3.2 Convection

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Question 17

Which statement about convection is not correct?

A

Convection currents can only occur in fluids (liquids and gases) because their particles are free to move.

B

As a liquid is heated, its volume increases, which decreases its density.

C

Convection is the primary mechanism of heat transfer through solid metal rods.

D

Convection cannot occur in a vacuum because there are no particles to transport heat.

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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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