Investigation of thermal conductivity and thermal diffusivity of liquid bismuth within the temperature range of 545–970 K

Abstract

Thermal conductivity and thermal diffusivity of liquid bismuth within the temperature range from 545 K up to 970 K are investigated by the laser flash method. The measurement errors are equal to (3.5–4.5)%. Approximating equations are obtained, and the reference tables are presented for the temperature dependencies of the properties. The measurement results are compared to the published data available. The temperature dependence of the Lorentz number is calculated up to 970 K.