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OpenStudy (anonymous):

A light bulb lights up because energy, in the form of an electric current, is transferred from a power supply to the filament inside the light bulb. This kind of energy transfer is known as _______. a mechanical energy b radiation c conduction d convection

OpenStudy (anonymous):

@Kentari

OpenStudy (anonymous):

I think it is Conduction. Incandescent light bulbs work by heating a thin strand of tungsten to high temperatures, causing it to glow brightly. Tungsten has the highest melting point of any element and therefore is perfectly suited for this purpose. I need to go to sleep now. This would be my last for this day. =) I'll be back again. tomorrow

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