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The Radiative Zone.

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How heat naturally transferred between objects?

Heat is transferred between objects through three main mechanisms: conduction, convection, and radiation. Conduction involves the transfer of heat through direct contact between materials. Convection occurs when heat is transferred through the movement of fluids (liquids or gases). Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves, such as infrared radiation emitted by the sun.


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