While a ceiling fan is running

PHYSICS · Single correct · AP · Physics 2: Algebra-based · Thermodynamics · Thermodynamics

Problem

While a ceiling fan is running, occupants feel cooler even though the actual air temperature changes very little. Which mode of heat transfer is enhanced by the fan to produce this cooling effect? (a) Conduction between skin and air (b) Radiation emitted by the skin (c) Forced convection around the body surface (d) Natural convection only

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