Radiation spreads a fire by __________.
Official USCG Answer & Rule Citation
Correct Answer: Option C — transferring heat across an unobstructed space
Radiation transmits thermal energy through electromagnetic waves across unobstructed space, directly igniting adjacent combustible materials without requiring intervening physical contact or gas movement.
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