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Misconception RGM079:

Objects that are typically used to cool other objects (i.e. ice or fans) cannot be used to warm objects. (AAAS Project 2061, 2017).

Items that test for misconception RGM079 in this project (ASPECt) and key idea ()
Item ID
Number

Item Description

How Often the Misconception was Chosen

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RG010003

A fan in front of a fireplace will blow warm air across the room to the other end of the room causing the thermal energy of the air at the other end of the room to increase.

23%

RG019004

The air at the other end of a room gets warmer when a fan blows warmer air across a room.

18%