Heat Transfer - Conduction

Question 1

where and how does heat conduction take place

Answer 1

takes place in solid materials like metal. heat is passed from one molecule to the next, without the rearrangement of molecules

Question 2

the conduction of heat in saucepans

Answer 2

a saucepan with a heavy base will conduct heat better than a thin based saucepan. if the base is warped, heat conduction between the stove and saucepan will be poor

Question 3

good conductors

Answer 3

copper, steel, iron

Question 4

bad conductors

Answer 4

asbestos, wood, cork, plastic

Question 5

cooking methods in which conduction is used

Answer 5

• boiling
• baking
• stewing
• steaming