Heat conduction is the process by which thermal energy (heat) is transferred through a material due to a temperature difference. It occurs at the microscopic level as faster-moving particles (atoms or molecules) collide with slower-moving ones, transferring energy in the form of kinetic energy. Key points about heat conduction include: 1. **Mechanism**: Heat conduction occurs primarily in solids, where particles are closely packed. When one part of the material is heated, its particles gain energy and vibrate more vigorously.
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