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Aluminum foil is a conductor. It really only insulates against radiative heat transfer by reflecting visible light rays or infrared heat rays. When wrapped around an object, pockets of air can act as insulation, but in this case it's the air that's doing the insulating-- not the foil. To answer the question, "it depends." Let's say you have a baked potato that you want to keep warm. First wrap in in foil so that the radiation coming off the potato is reflected back into the potato. Then wrap the potato in bubble wrap with the bubbles facing inward. This will trap any hot air that might surround the potato, preventing conductive and convective heat transfer. On the other hand, if you have a cold can of soda, and it's out in the sunlight, you'll want to first wrap the can in bubblewrap (bubbles facing the can) to trap the cool air and wrap foil around that to reflect any light rays. If the can is in a dark space, such as a lunch box or cooler, the aluminum foil will play a very small role in insulating it. The bubble wrap should go around the can (bubbles facing inward). The aluminum foil won't hurt as long as the foil does not touch the can. If it touches the can, it will conduct heat from the surroundings into the cold can.
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Is it better to treat grape stain with hot or cold water?
Its better to wash grape stains in a 60 degree wash,, Hot water alone wont get it out
Can theories be proven by observations alone?
The most fundamental theories about the nature of things cannot be proven at all, let alone by observation.
Would forensic scientists work alone or with a team?
they would work in both, if they work for the lab, they would do it alone, but if they are at a crime scene, they would be part of a team
What would happen if you were alone?
Eny Lonely Lad Is Eating Horible Apples, Dont Ley Enyone Yell. Sorry I meant you would be forever alone. :)
Nerves that act alone?
the autonomous nervous system
Does bubblewrap help with to keep things cold?
Bubble wrap alone is not an effective insulator for keeping things cold. To maintain cold temperatures, it is better to use materials such as insulated bags, coolers, or ice packs specifically designed for that purpose. Bubble wrap can provide some minor insulation, but it is not ideal for keeping things cold for an extended period.
Is air a better insulator then fiberglass batting?
Fiberglass batting is a more effective insulator than air because it traps pockets of air within its structure, preventing heat transfer. Air alone is not a good insulator as it allows for convection and conduction to occur easily.
How do you pop a puss bubble on finger?
Leave it alone.
Is stainless steel considered insulation when used alone?
No-it is a very poor insulator
Air is a better insulator than fiberglass batting?
Air itself is not an insulator; rather, pockets of air trapped within a material act as insulation. Fiberglass batting contains millions of tiny air pockets, which slow down the transfer of heat, making it an effective insulator. In comparison, air alone would not provide the same level of insulation as materials like fiberglass batting.
When was Better Alone created?
Better Alone was created on 2005-08-01.
Why are airplane bodies not made out of aluminum alone?
This is because aluminium is not strong enough on its own.
Will the sun cause aluminum to set fire?
No, the sun's rays alone cannot ignite aluminum to set it on fire. High temperatures and a potential ignition source would be needed for aluminum to catch fire.
Why are aluminum alloys used instead of aluminum itself?
by itself aluminum is soft and not very strong but when mixed with the right other metals it can become stronger than either were alone
Why is relaxation better when you are alone?
relaxation is better when you are alone as you cant get distracted and you will feel like you are the only person on/in the planet Earth
What are the release dates for Better Off Alone - 2008?
Better Off Alone - 2008 was released on: USA: 5 December 2008
When was Better Off Alone - Grinspoon song - created?
Better Off Alone - Grinspoon song - was created on 2004-11-04.
