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Why would hot water in a metal mug cool down more quickly than hot water in a plastic mug?
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∙ 14y ago
It depends on how good a conductor the material is. Metal is a better warmth conductor then some plastics.
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What kind of spoon would be the best thermal conductor plastic or metal?
Most Likely Metal
Which type of cup keeps cold water hottest plastic paper metal or glass?
No, paper will not keep water cold for the longest time. A metal cup will keep water the same temperature for the longest time. I know this because I did a science experiment about this but instead of cold water I used hot, which won't really make a difference. The next would be glass then paper.
Why would a plastic cup freeze water faster?
The thin plastic cup is a poor insulator.
Is plastic a better insulator than metal?
No, it is not. Metals conduct heat much better than most plastics. However, if the metal is used as a reflector of radiated heat, it will insulate better than plastic would.
What kind of slinkys work better going down the stairs metal or plastic?
i think the metal one would work better because it has better quality
Is the radiator on a 94 Chevy lumina plastic or metal plastic or metal?
cars don't have plastic radiators, if they do the plastic would probably melt, and the compound of metal cools and heats quickly which is useful in cooling water.
Would a plastic cup keep the water hot longer than a metal cup?
A plastic cup holds more heat because plastic can't take out heat. Glass conducts heat away.
Will water freeze faster in a plastic cup or a metal cup?
Water in a metal cup will freeze faster because metal conducts coldness and energy the most. trust me, I did a project with a metal, plastic, glass, and paper to see which cup would freeze the quickest. Hopefully this answer helped.
What cup is easier to hold with hot water a plastic one or metal?
a styrofoam cup. i tried it on my science project
Why do most frying pans come with a plastic handle but have a metal bottom?
if it was a plastic bottom, it would melt. if it was a metal handle, it would burn you.
Would you use a metal or plastic knife to cut cucumber?
Metal.
Would plastic melt if touched to a live wire?
No, Plastic is not conductive! I other words plastic can not conduct electricity therefore it can not produce resistance, and resistance is what you need to produce heat. and that heat would melt the plastic. Now if you touch a "live" wire to metal and that metal was grounded ( for example to a cold water pipe) then you would be completing the circuit, then that piece of metal would heat up very rapidly and eventually melt! of-course the smart person would not do this but if you where not so smart be prepared to get burned!!!! BE SMART!!
Does water freeze faster in plastic or metal?
it would melt faster in a glass container faster.
Why would water in a metal mug cool down so quickly?
Because metal is a good conductor of heat it absorbs heat from material touching its surfaces, and transfer to air.
Why are cookers made of metal not plastic?
Cookers are made of metal because it withstands heat a lot better and does not melt like plastic would.
What advantages do holding tanks made of plastic have over metal ones?
The main advantage of having a holding tank that is made of plastic over metal ones would be that it would last longer. One that is made of metal could rust and corrode but a plastic one would not have those problems.
Why are frisbee's made of plastic and not metal?
Back then they had pie dishes instead of these plastic frisbees. The plastic frisbees are more aerodynamic and are 'slicker' in design.
