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Is iron electric conductor also when it's molten?
Is molten iron a good conductor of electricity?
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Molten iron is indeed a good conductor of electricity. The discussion confirms that, similar to mercury, which is a liquid at room temperature and an excellent conductor, molten iron maintains conductive properties. However, there is a notable change in resistivity during the phase transition from solid to liquid, indicating a non-linear relationship in conductivity as the state changes.
PREREQUISITES- Understanding of electrical conductivity principles
- Knowledge of phase transitions in materials
- Familiarity with resistivity and its measurement
- Basic concepts of metallurgy and material science
- Research the electrical conductivity of molten metals
- Explore the phase transition effects on resistivity
- Study the properties of mercury as a conductor
- Investigate the applications of molten iron in electrical engineering
Material scientists, electrical engineers, and anyone interested in the properties of conductive materials, particularly in high-temperature applications.
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