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Metal would generally be a better reflector than wood because metal surfaces tend to have higher reflectivity for light. This means that metal is more efficient in reflecting light and directing it in a specific direction. Wood, on the other hand, is not as reflective and would absorb more light rather than reflecting it.
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Is a wood bath towel rack better than metal?
Metal racks would be a better choice in the long run. Wood racks are more susceptible to bacteria growth since the bathroom has alot of moisture. Metal racks can last a great deal longer because the wet towels do not break down the composition as they would with wood rack.
Do wood in Mercury float?
No, wood would not float in mercury. Mercury is a dense liquid metal, much denser than water, so wood would sink in it.
Why does a metal object feels cooler then a wood object at room temperature?
Metal is a better conductor of heat than wood, so when you touch a metal object at room temperature, it conducts heat away from your skin more effectively than a wood object. This rapid transfer of heat creates the sensation of the metal feeling cooler even though both the metal and wood objects are at the same room temperature.
Why does metal feels colder than a wooden fence?
Metal will conduct heat better than wood. While both the metal and the wood are the same temperature, heat will flow from your hands to the metal very quickly (and you feel cold). When you touch wood, a poor conductor, heat does not flow from you as quickly.
Which of these materials transfer heat energy slowest metal glass plastic wood?
Glass and wood transfer heat energy the slowest among the materials listed, with wood typically being the slowest. Metal and plastic are better conductors of heat and transfer heat energy more quickly.
What would make a better reflector a piece of metal or a piece of wood?
A piece of metal would make a better reflector than a piece of wood because metal has higher reflectivity due to its smooth surface and lower absorption of light. Wood is more likely to absorb light rather than reflect it efficiently.
Better reflector a piece of metal or a piece of wood?
piece of metal because most pieces have smooth surfaces so the light bounces off perfectly. but wood has a rough surface and wood also absorbs most of the light so it wouldn't reflect off.
Is wood or metal a better material to build a barn out of?
honistly it depends on if you like the look of metal vs. wood, wood looks better but metal will hold better. metal cant rot, lean, shrink, wrap or swell wood can do all of these.
Is wood furniture better than metal?
yes wood furniture is better than metal. metal will show wear they rust and dent. the wood furniture last longer
Are work benches made of wood, bamboo, or metal better suited for workshops?
Metal benches are a lot more durable than wood or bamboo, which can sway or warp. If they are going to be used for holding lots of heavy items, metal would be the better way to go.
Can you super glue metal to a painted wood surface?
A better choice would be an epoxy glue. Super glue is not perfect on wood, painted or not.
is a metal or wood office desk better?
This is really a matter of preferance whether a metal desk or a wood office desk is better. Metal might dent a little more eaisly than wood dseks, but it is a personal prefernace.
What would be more comfortable to sit on in the winter wood or metal?
Wood would be better to sit on in winter because metal takes away the heat from your body because it is a conductor. Wood is an insulator so it doesn't conduct heat away from you body very well. There four sitting on wood is better than sitting on metal in winter.
Why is metal a better source to make a bell rather than wood?
Because Metal goes *DING* and wood goes *THUNK*
What is better, shingles or metal roofing?
Metal roofing lasts a lot longer and would be cheaper to repair if any damages occur. With wood, there is apossiblility of leakage faster than there would be metal. Simple sheet metal roofs will do fine.
Why do you use wood for piano cover?
Wood resonates much better than plastic or metal.
What is Wood's metal?
It would help if you were more specific other than a metal and wood combination, but Ironwood is the strongest wood out there, if that helps you.
