Which of the following is an example of radiation?

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A Touching a hot pan or metal spoon
B Boiling water in a pot
C Feeling warmth from a campfire or fireplace
D None of the above

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Answer: C. Feeling warmth from a campfire or fireplace

Feeling warmth from a campfire or fireplace. You feel the heat on your face from a distance without touching the flames. This is an example of radiation.

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Which of the following is an example of radiation?

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