Transmission Of Heat Question 65

Question: On a cold morning, a metal surface will feel colder to touch than a wooden surface because

[AIIMS 1998]

Options:

A) Metal has high specific heat

B) Metal has high thermal conductivity

C) Metal has low specific heat

D) Metal has low thermal conductivity

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

Heat passes quickly from the body into the metal which leads to a cold feeling.