Solution to the heat equation from a source

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The discussion focuses on solving the heat equation for a scenario where heat is transmitted from a source at a specific temperature to a reservoir with a lower initial temperature. The setup involves a metallic rod with one end heated while the other end is exposed to a room at a constant temperature. The heat transfer is further complicated by convection effects from the surrounding air. A differential equation must be formulated to describe the heat flow in this context, taking into account the influence of varying room temperatures.

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What is the best solution of the heat equation that described a transmission of heat from a source kept at certain temperature to a reservoir with an initial constant temperature (lower than the source) where its ends are not insulated from the surroundings and the surrounding is kept at a fixed temperature. For example, heating one end of a metallic rod while the other end is not insulated but exposed to the room of a constant temperature. What if the room temperature is allowed to rise like in case of a heater?
 
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Write down a differential equation for the heat flow in your setup, solve it.
Heat transfer to air can be complicated due to convection.
 

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