Conduction
- Conduction of heat takes place mainly in solids
- It is where vibrating particles pass on their extra kinetic energy to neighbouring particles
- This process continues throughout the solid and gradually some of the extra kinetic energy (heat) is passed all the way throughout the solid, causing a rise in the temperature
- Metals are great Conductors...
- ...This is because they have free electrons which move through the solid easily, passing on their energy much quicker than wood or plastic.
* If a spade has been left in the sun for a while, the metal part will always feel much hotter than the wooden handle, but it isn't. This is just because it conducts heat to your hands much quicker. IT IS NOT HOTTER. Remember that.
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