Thermal Conduction: The Ironing Board of Physics

Where the laws of physics meet the laws of smoothness.

Thermal Conduction

Thermal conduction is the process by which heat is transferred through direct contact between particles or bodies. It's like trying to iron out the wrinkles in your favorite shirt without actually ironing it, but with more heat and less wrinkles.

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Heat Radiation: Because Who Needs Personal Space?

Heat radiation is the process by which heat is transferred through electromagnetic waves. Like when you're trying to iron a shirt and your cat decides to 'help' by sitting on your lap, radiating heat and making you question your life choices.