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Your question is rather vague but to attempt an answer. So far nobody could tell you as both glass and metals have been cooled to within a miniscule fraction of absolute 0 (O degrees Kelvin). At this temperature liquid helium can penetrate solid glass and matter can take interesting new forms (yes there are more than 4 types of matter but that's a whole new question) such as Bose-Einstein condensates. Until we achieve absolute zero we will never truly know what happens to glass or metals at absolute zero.

Both glass and metals can be used in cryogenics and in ultra low temperature applications however metals can be relatively easily engineered to give any mechanical property desired.

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What keeps beer colder aluminum or glass?

Aluminum is a better conductor of heat than glass, so it can help keep beer colder for longer. This means that a beer in an aluminum can will cool down quicker and stay colder compared to the same beer in a glass bottle.


Why do metal things feel colder than a bottle?

Metal is a good conductor of heat, so it draws heat away from your skin faster than other materials like glass or plastic. This rapid heat transfer makes metal objects feel colder to the touch even when they are at the same temperature as a bottle.


Why does cling film stick better to glass than metal?

Cling film, also known as plastic wrap, typically adheres better to glass surfaces because they are smoother and have fewer irregularities than metal surfaces. The smooth surface of glass allows the cling film to form a stronger bond through electrostatic forces, making it stick better. Metal surfaces, on the other hand, are usually more textured and can have a lower surface energy, resulting in weaker adhesion between the cling film and the metal.


Why does a metal spoon feel colder to the touch than a wooden spoon at the same temperature?

Metal is a better conductor of heat than wood, so it can quickly transfer heat away from your hand, making it feel colder. The metal spoon absorbs heat from your hand more effectively than the wooden spoon, giving the sensation of being colder.


Why does glass feel colder than the wooden frame around it?

Glass is a better conductor of heat than wood, which means it can more efficiently transfer heat away from your skin, making it feel colder. Additionally, glass has a smooth surface that allows for better contact with your skin, enhancing the sensation of coldness.

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When cold water is poured into a glass the glass becomes colder?

When cold water is poured into a glass, heat energy is transferred from the glass to the water, causing the glass to become colder. The glass loses heat as it transfers it to the colder water until thermal equilibrium is reached.


Why an empty glass cracks when you pour very hot water into it but it does not crack if there is a metal spoon in it?

As the metal spoon is a good conductor of heat and because heat travels from a hotter reigion to a colder reigion,the metal spoon will conduct heat away from the hot water and thus,the emty glass will not crack.


What keeps beer colder aluminum or glass?

Aluminum is a better conductor of heat than glass, so it can help keep beer colder for longer. This means that a beer in an aluminum can will cool down quicker and stay colder compared to the same beer in a glass bottle.


If the surroundings is colder than a glass of water will condensation occur?

Nope it's the other way around; the glass has to be colder than the surroundings.


What would stay colder longer aluminum cup or glass cup?

glass


Why do metal things feel colder than a bottle?

Metal is a good conductor of heat, so it draws heat away from your skin faster than other materials like glass or plastic. This rapid heat transfer makes metal objects feel colder to the touch even when they are at the same temperature as a bottle.


What glue bonds glass to metal?

An epoxy will bond glass to metal.


Are liquids colder in glass or alumminum?

The liquid itself is not colder, but the rate at which it heats up is faster in aluminum. Metal transfers heat a little better, and therefore the heat/ or cold from the liquid will transfer through it a little faster, to equalize with the surrounding atmosphere (outside, room temp. etc...). This is why it feels colder when held.


How do thermoses work?

In a thermos ther is a vacum between the metal and the glass inner container. since there is this vacum heat can't excape easily and is mostly lost at the top where the glass and metal connect (same for cold liquids and food). Also, heat and colder temps cant enter the thermos making it a very good insulator.


Does a glass container keep liquids hotter longer?

the answer is it gets it colder


How would glass be distinguished from the metal refuse?

Glass can be distinguished from metal refuse by its smooth and transparent appearance, in contrast to the solid and opaque nature of metal. Glass is also usually lighter in weight compared to metal refuse. Additionally, glass is not magnetic, which can be a distinguishing factor when trying to identify it from metal.


Why is the leg of a school desk colder than the top of the desk?

It is not colder. Metal conducts heat better (faster) than wood/wood composites so the metal feels colder because it is removing heat from your hand faster than the desktop.