The difference in the level of heat between two substances will determine the heat transfer rate between the substances.

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The greater the difference in temperature between two substances, the faster the heat will transfer from the warmer substance to the cooler substance. This is due to the thermal energy present in the warmer substance diffusing to the cooler substance until they reach thermal equilibrium.

The Difference in the Level of Heat Between Two Substances