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Two shirts are warmer than a single shirt of double the thickness. Why ?

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To understand why two shirts are warmer than a single shirt of double the thickness, we can break down the explanation into clear steps: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Thermal Conduction**: - Thermal conduction is the process by which heat energy is transferred from one material to another through direct contact. The efficiency of this process depends on the materials involved. 2. **Properties of Air**: ...
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