Thermal Conductivity Units & Real World Applications

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This discussion focuses on converting thermal conductivity units to Watts per Meter Celsius, specifically from a slope derived from a Natural log(temperature change) versus Time graph. The user seeks assistance in understanding the conversion process and is also interested in real-world applications of thermal conductivity. Key applications include thermal insulation in construction and heat management in electronics.

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Hi. I need help with the thermal conductivity units. I took the slope of a

Natural log(temperature change) Vs. Time graph ( degrees Celsius/unit time)

and I need to convert the conductivity to Watts per Meter Celsius. If

anyone could help that would be great.

Also any real world applications related to thermal calculations and

conductivity would be helpful!
 
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