In the winter, heavy curtains are often hung in front of windows. What effect do these curtains have on heat transfer?
A)The curtains reduce convective heat transfer.
B)The curtains increase conductive heat transfer.
C)The curtains reduce heat transfer from evaporation.
D)The curtains increase heat transfer from condensation.

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Heavy curtains act as insulators, reducing convective heat transfer by trapping air between the window and the curtain, which slows down the movement of heat out of the room.

In the Winter, Heavy Curtains Are Often Hung in Front