Standard Science Primary 4 Energy

Siti poured hot tea into a ceramic cup. After 10 minutes, the tea felt cooler. Which statement explains this?

A The tea lost heat to the surrounding air.
B The air lost heat to the tea.
C The tea gained heat from the cup.
D The cup gained coldness from the air.
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Step 1: Heat always travels from a warmer place to a cooler place. Step 2: The tea is hotter than the surroundings. Step 3: Heat is lost to the air and cup until they reach the same temperature.

Correct answer: The tea lost heat to the surrounding air.

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