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Metal has a higher thermal conductivity, which means it moves heat much faster to / from your hand. So your hand feels "closer" to the contents in the mug.

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Q: You can use the metal and plastic mugs to hold cold drinks why does the metal mug feel colder even though the temperatures are the same?
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