An Introduction to Thermal Physics · Problem 1.58

Energy in Thermal Physics — Daniel Schroeder

Physics — Statistical Mechanics · thermal-resistance-r-value

Problem

According to a standard reference table, the RR value of a 3.5-inch-thick vertical air space (within a wall) is 1.0 (in English units), while the RR value of a 3.5-inch thickness of fiberglass batting is 10.9. Calculate the RR value of a 3.5-inch thickness of still air, then discuss whether these two numbers are reasonable. (Hint: These reference values include the effects of convection.)

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