Insulators vs Conductors

Front

A cook will use an oven mitt to pick up a hot pan because cloth is a(n) ________ and keeps the heat from their hand.

Back

Insulator

Front

What is the difference between a conductor and an insulator?

Back

A conductor allows electricity to flow through it easily and an insulator does not.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

Front

Which one is NOT an Insulator?

Back

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NGSS.MS-PS3-4

Front

The foam cup and cardboard sleeve act as ______ for the hot coffee.

Back

Insulator

Front

This type of thermal energy transfer can take place in solids, liquids, & gases when two objects are touching.

Back

conduction

Front

What type of matter makes good conductors?

Back

Metals

Front

Are aluminum cans examples of good conductors?

Back

True

Front

Why do electrons move so easily in conductors?

Back

have loose electrons

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NGSS.HS-PS2-5

NGSS.HS-PS3-5

Front

Why do insulators not allow the flow of electricity?

Back

have tight electrons

Front

What type of matter makes good insulators?

Back

nonmetals

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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