Final Exam Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is a transient system?
A
Temperatures are evolving over time
2
Q
What does a high thermal diffusivity number say about how well it conducts heat?
A
Excellent thermal conductor
3
Q
What is considered to be a small biot number?
A
Less than .1
4
Q
With a small Biot Number, why is temperature constant throughout the object?
A
Because heat transfers easily through the object. It does not transfer heat very well from surface of object to the surroundings.
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