Which of the following is correctly matched?
A) conduction - molecule-to-molecule heat transfer
B) advection - strongly vertical mixing
C) radiation - assimilation and conversion of
D) convection - strongly horizontal mixing

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Conduction refers to the transfer of heat energy between molecules in contact with each other. Advection refers to the horizontal movement of air or water, while convection refers to the vertical movement of air or water. Radiation refers to the emission and absorption of energy in the form of electromagnetic waves. Option C does not match any scientific principle.

Which of the Following Is Correctly Matched