Conduction, Convection and Radiation
 

Conduction, Convection and Radiation problem 4


A metal rod is heated at end X.




Why does end Y of the metal rod become hot?


  • Energy is transferred from end X of the rod to end Y by movement of positive ions only.


  • Energy is transferred from end X of the rod to end Y by the vibration of positive ions and by the movement of electrons.


  • Energy is transferred from end X of the rod to end Y by movement of electrons only.


  • Energy is transferred from end X of the rod to end Y by vibration of positive ions only.



 

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