Question

Holding a marshmallow near a campfire flame causes it to turn brown even if the marshmallow does not touch the flame. Why does this happen?

A.
Dust blowing through the air causes the marshmallow to brown.
B.
Hot air in the atmosphere cooks the marshmallow.
C.
Heat radiates from the fire and cooks the marshmallow.
D.
Smoke and soot from the fire cause the marshmallow to brown.

Answer 1

C Heat radiates from the fire and cooks the marshmallow.

Step-by-step explanation:

Heat can be transferred through space through the process of radiation. The marshmallow is toasted because heat radiates from the fire and cooks the marshmallow.

Answer 2

The answer is, C. Heat radiates from the fire and cooks the marshmallow.