Physics-Heat Transfer
NEET Physics Heat Transfer MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-fact-Medium-Class 11
Which mode of heat transfer does not require a medium to operate?
A
Radiation
B
Conduction
C
Natural convection
D
Forced convection
Correct Answer
Option A
Detailed Explanation
Radiation is the mode of heat transfer that requires no medium, as it involves the transfer of energy by electromagnetic waves. This is mentioned in the context discussing how the Earth receives heat from the Sun across a vacuum.
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