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the type of energy transfer you feel as the sun warms your face on a summer day is due to
radiation
conduction
convection
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Explanation:

Energy transfer from the Sun to Earth occurs through radiation. Radiation is the transfer of energy in the form of electromagnetic waves (like infrared, visible light). Conduction requires direct physical contact (e.g., touching a hot pan), and convection involves the movement of fluids (like hot air rising). Since the Sun and Earth are not in direct physical contact (no fluid - medium for convection in the vacuum of space), radiation is the correct mechanism.

Answer:

radiation