APFIVE Thermal Insulation in Double-Paned Windows
Two identical houses are built side by side. House A has windows with a thin air gap between panes, while House B has windows filled with argon gas. Which statement correctly explains why House B is more energy efficient?
A
Argon reduces convection between panes compared to air
B
Argon creates a vacuum-like barrier between panes
C
Argon has higher thermal conductivity than air
D
Argon blocks more infrared radiation than air
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