WHAT CAUSES CONDUCTION TO INCREASE AND DECREASE?

Conduction increases with higher temperatures, as increased thermal energy causes particles to vibrate more rapidly, facilitating the transfer of heat. The type of material also affects conduction; metals, for example, have free electrons that enhance heat transfer, while insulators, like wood or rubber, have tightly bound electrons that hinder it. Conversely, conduction decreases when temperatures drop or when materials with lower thermal conductivity are used, as the movement of particles slows down and reduces the efficiency of heat transfer.