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while measuring th thermal conductivity of water the upper part is kept hot,why is this so?
is this so because heat conduction is easier downwards.
is this so because heat conduction is easier downwards.
nishant said:I am still not able to get the answer totally correctly.BY maintaing the upper layer hot our main aim is to stop convection or is it the fact that if we maintain the upper layer hot we will be able to conduct heat downwards quite easily?
The temperature of a substance affects its ability to conduct heat. Hot water has higher kinetic energy and therefore its molecules are moving faster. This results in more collisions between molecules, leading to faster heat transfer and easier conduction downwards.
As water heats up, it becomes less dense. This means that hot water molecules are more spread out compared to cold water molecules. With more space between molecules, heat can be transferred more easily and quickly, making hot water a better conductor of heat downwards.
Yes, the buoyancy of hot water plays a role in its ability to conduct heat downwards. As hot water rises, it displaces colder water which then moves downwards. This creates a continuous flow of water, allowing heat to be transferred more efficiently downwards.
Yes, the composition of hot water can impact its conductivity. For example, water with a high mineral content can conduct heat more efficiently than pure water. This is because minerals act as conductors and facilitate the transfer of heat between molecules.
Yes, the shape of a container can influence the conduction of heat downwards. A tall and narrow container will have a smaller surface area compared to a wide and shallow container. This means that less heat will be lost through the sides of the container, allowing for more efficient downward heat transfer.