Thermodynamics : Heat transfer question.

In summary, a solid body X with heat capacity C is initially at 400K in an atmosphere with temperature of 300K. It cools according to Newton's Law of cooling and at time t1, its temperature is 350K. The body X is then connected to a large box Y at atmospheric temperature through a conducting rod with length L, cross sectional area A, and thermal conductivity K. The heat capacity of Y is much larger than X, causing any vibration in its temperature rod to be negligible. To find the temperature of X at time t=3t1, we can use Newton's law of cooling and the equation for time it takes for the body to reach a certain temperature. However, it is unclear if we
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Homework Statement


A solid body X of heat capacity C is kept in an atmosphere whose temperature is 300K. At t=0 temperature of X is 400K. It cools according to Newton's Law of cooling.
At time t1 its temperature is found to be 350 K .
At this time,the body X is connected to a large box Y at atmospheric temperature through a conducting rod of length L, cross sectional area A and thermal conductivity K.
The heat capacity of Y is so large that any vibration in its temperature rod is small compared to the surface area of X.
Find temperature of X at time t=3t1

Homework Equations


Newton's law of cooling : dT/dt = -(4eσAT°3)ΔT/ms

On integrating to calculate the time it takes for the body to reach a temperature T2 from T1:
t=(ms/4eσAT°3) ln ((T1 - T°)/ (T2 - T°))

H = KA/L dT


The Attempt at a Solution



Now first, the box reaches the temperature of T=350K in t1 time

So, ti = (ms/4eσA°*3003) ln ((400 - 300)/ (350 - 300))
= (ms/4eσA°*3003) ln 2

Now after this, a rod is connected to it, at this point I don't know if I have to consider only heat transfer through the rod, or also by radiation into the atmosphere.

Also, how do I proceed in either case?
 
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Newton's law of cooling : dT/dt = -(4eσAT°3)ΔT/ms

Please define your symbols.
 

1. What is heat transfer?

Heat transfer is the process of the transfer of thermal energy from one body or system to another. It occurs when there is a temperature difference between the two bodies or systems.

2. What are the three types of heat transfer?

The three types of heat transfer are conduction, convection, and radiation. Conduction is the transfer of heat through direct contact between two objects or substances. Convection is the transfer of heat through the movement of fluids, such as air or water. Radiation is the transfer of heat through electromagnetic waves.

3. How is heat transfer related to thermodynamics?

Heat transfer is a fundamental concept in thermodynamics, which is the study of energy and its transformation. Thermodynamics helps explain how heat is transferred from one system to another and how that affects the overall energy balance.

4. What is the difference between heat and temperature?

Heat and temperature are related but distinct concepts. Heat is a form of energy, while temperature is a measure of the average kinetic energy of particles in a substance. In other words, heat is the energy being transferred, while temperature is a measure of how much heat is present.

5. How does heat transfer affect daily life?

Heat transfer is a crucial process in various aspects of daily life. For example, it is responsible for regulating the temperature in our homes through heating and cooling systems. It also plays a role in cooking, transportation, and various industrial processes. Understanding heat transfer can help us make more efficient use of energy and improve our quality of life.

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