Multiple choice

In which of the following medium(s) is convection not possible?

a. Liquid b. Solid c. Gases

  1. Only a

  2. Only a and b

  3. Only b

  4. Only b and c

  5. Only c
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C Correct answer
Explanation

This is the correct option. Convection is not possible in solids because in solids as the molecules are held together in solids by strong inter-molecular forces. As these molecules cannot travel to the source of heat energy, convection is not possible.

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