Thermal conductivity in solids

Description:

The propagation of heat within solid bodies takes place by conduction. The speed at which heat propagates varies from substance to substance. In metals it is high while in other substances, such as glass or plastic, it is very small. This is why the former are called good conductors of heat. Thermal conductivity can be studied with this kit using three temperature sensors. An aluminium rod, a brass rod and a PVC rod, to each of which a temperature sensor is attached, are simultaneously immersed in a glass containing hot water. It is thus possible to see in real time how different the speed at which heat propagates in each of them.

Material provided
1 400ml glass with base
1 pvc disc with three holes
1 aluminium rod
1 Brass rod
1 pvc rod

Necessary material NOT provided
1 Heating plate code 6150

Material for online use NOT provided
1 Interface code 9001
3 Temperature sensors code 9061
or
3 USB temperature sensors cod. 9085