O-LevelPhysicsThermal Physics5054/12 · Oct/Nov 2014 · Q111 Mark
Which statement about copper explains why it is a better conductor of heat than glass?
AAtomic vibration is passed on to neighbouring copper atoms quickly.
BAtoms move through the copper and pass on kinetic energy.
CThere are density changes within the copper.
DThere are free electrons in the copper.
✓ Correct answer
D: There are free electrons in the copper.
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