Baby thermodynamics question

In summary, the conversation is about a problem involving an interface temperature and the rate of heat transfer through two metal rods. The joined ends of the rods will have the same temperature since they are in thermal contact, and the question is asking for the temperature at this joint. The conversation also mentions the need for relevant equations and a textbook on heat transfer.
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I have come across a problem involving an interface temperature and I have no idea what an interface temperature even is although I'm guessing it's the temperature at the joining of two objects

The question has two metal rods connected together at one end, the other ends are kept at a and b degrees kelvin, assuming the rods are insulated to the outside world find the interface temperature and find the rate that the heat travels through the rods

I have no idea where to start here, I don't even have any books to consult. The physics books I do have are lifgarbagez mechanics which has nothing to do with beginner thermodynamics and stowe's introduction to statistical mechanics which talks about the partition function but nothing like this. I'm also pretty sure those books are at a higher level than this so...

If someone could give me a little nudge in the right direction, that'd be great!
 
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This is a heat conductivity problem. The question is simply asking for the temperature of either rod at the joint. The joined ends of each rod will necessarily be at the same temperature since they are in thermal contact with each other.

AM
 
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Could you possibly link me to some relevant equations on this?
I really have no idea what I'm supposed to be trying to do here

I understand that the temperature should be the same at the ends of each rod but I don't know how to find what that temperature should be, nor how I could find the rate the heat travels through the rods from this
 
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genericusrnme said:
Could you possibly link me to some relevant equations on this?
I really have no idea what I'm supposed to be trying to do here

I understand that the temperature should be the same at the ends of each rod but I don't know how to find what that temperature should be, nor how I could find the rate the heat travels through the rods from this
Are you studying heat transfer? Do you have a textbook? Try: http://hyperphysics.phy-astr.gsu.edu/hbase/thermo/heatra.html

AM
 
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I can help you understand the concept of interface temperature and how to approach this problem. The interface temperature is indeed the temperature at the joining of two objects, in this case, the two metal rods. In thermodynamics, it is important to consider the transfer of heat between two objects at different temperatures, and the interface temperature is where this transfer occurs.

To solve this problem, you will need to use the principles of heat transfer, specifically conduction. This is the transfer of heat between two objects that are in direct contact with each other. In this case, the two metal rods are in contact at the interface, and heat will flow from the hotter rod to the cooler one until they reach an equilibrium temperature, which is the interface temperature.

To find the interface temperature, you will need to use the equation for thermal conductivity, which is the rate at which heat is transferred through a material. This equation takes into account the thermal conductivity of the metal rods, the temperature difference between the two ends, and the length and cross-sectional area of the rods. You can also use the equation for heat conduction, which takes into account the thermal conductivity, the temperature difference, and the distance through which the heat travels.

As for the rate of heat transfer, you can use the same equations mentioned above to calculate the rate at which heat is transferred through the rods. This will give you an idea of how quickly the rods will reach the interface temperature.

I recommend consulting a thermodynamics textbook or online resources for a better understanding of these concepts and how to apply them to this specific problem. It may also be helpful to consult with a physics professor or tutor for guidance. With some practice and understanding of the principles, you will be able to solve this problem and any future thermodynamics problems with ease.
 

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