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Can thermal radiations pass through vacuum?

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Understanding Thermal Radiations**: - Thermal radiations are primarily in the form of infrared waves. These waves carry heat energy and are a part of the electromagnetic spectrum. 2. **Nature of Electromagnetic Waves**: - Electromagnetic waves, including infrared waves, do not require a medium to travel. They can propagate through a vacuum, which is a space devoid of matter. ...
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