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OpenStudy (anonymous):

when a pot of water is put on a stove, the water on top gets hot primarly by____?

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Convection. The movement of the water redistributes the heat throughout. Conduction would be the heating of the pan by the flame, as they are in direct contact.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Thank you! i've been stuck on this question for a while now.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Hehe, I know the feeling. No prob!

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Awh, I wanted to feel smart too :/ He is right it is Convection.

OpenStudy (anonymous):

Hey james could you help me with my question?

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