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"It is hotter at the same distance over the top of a fire than in front of it" Why ?

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To understand why it is hotter at the same distance over the top of a fire than in front of it, we can break down the concepts of heat transfer involved in each scenario. ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Heat Transfer Mechanisms**: - Heat can be transferred through three main mechanisms: conduction, convection, and radiation. In this scenario, we will focus on radiation and convection. 2. **Heat Transfer in Front of the Fire**: ...
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