Which of these phrases best describes an atom? (1) a positive nucleus surrounded by a hard negative shell
(2) a positive nucleus surrounded by a cloud of negative charges
(3) a hard sphere with positive particles uniformly embedded
(4) a hard sphere with negative particles uniformly embedded

- "the acute form of diverticulitis can manifest itself with one or more severe attacks of infection and inflammation.

the inflammation of diverticulitis can eventually result in a bowel obstruction, which may cause constipation, thin stools, diarrhea, abdominal swelling or bloating, and abdominal pain."

conduction is the transfer of thermal energy (heat in transfer) due to collisions between the molecules in the object. collisions between adjacent atoms and molecules transfer kinetic energy from the warmer to the cooler object. the objects must be in physical contact.