Problem 19.9: Conductivity comparison



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Move the slider to change the temperature on either side of the interface (position is given in centimeters and temperature is given in kelvin). Restart. Determine which of the two materials has a higher thermal conductivity.

Problem authored by Anne J. Cox.


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