Multiple choice

Once objects touch, _____ moving particles transfer the energy to _____ moving particles.

  1. slower to faster

  2. denser to less dense

  3. electrical to magnetic

  4. faster to slower

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Conduction occurs when particles with higher kinetic energy (faster moving) collide with particles with lower kinetic energy (slower moving), transferring energy in the process.