A vertical plate is held at a constant temperature of 10oC. The surrounding air is at Tinf=100oC. For the natural convection process that is induced, where do you expect the highest heat transfer to occur?  Explain.

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A vertical plate is held at a constant temperature of 10oC. The surrounding air is at Tinf=100oC. For the natural convection process that is induced, where do you expect the highest heat transfer to occur?  Explain. 

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