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"A blanket keeps our body warm in winter, but the same blanket can protect ice from melting". Explain how?

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To understand how a blanket keeps our body warm in winter and also protects ice from melting, we can break down the explanation into several key points: ### Step-by-Step Solution: 1. **Understanding Heat Transfer**: - Heat transfer occurs through three main mechanisms: conduction, convection, and radiation. In winter, we want to minimize heat loss from our body to the colder environment. 2. **Role of the Blanket**: ...
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ICSE-THERMAL CONDUCTION-SHORT ANSWER QUESTIONS
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  18. What is the significance of Wiedmann Franz law ?

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  19. Mention the two processes responsible for the conduction of heat.

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