Eli5: How do these miracle thaw defrosting trays work?

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I bought this yesterday at an estate sale. How does this tray defrost meat in minutes instead of hours.

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It’s basically a really conductive material. It transfers ambient heat from the atmosphere through the tray and into the frozen meat, which defrosts it. It’s definitely quicker than laying it on a cutting board or the counter but miracle is probably a strong word. Most tests I’ve seen show it being roughly as effective as lukewarm water in a pot.

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