Which of these is an example of energy transfer by radiation?
a. sand burning the soles of the feet
b. a handle of a frying pan heating up an electric stove
c. hands rubbed together to become warm
d. a surfer feeling warm as sunlight shines on her

Answer :

I would have said D. Surfer feeling warm as sunlight shines on her.
This is because sunlight is made up of electromagnetic waves/radiation which can warm her as the sun emits infrared radiation and other waves such as visible light.

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