Insulators and Conductors

Insulators and Conductors

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Science

4th Grade

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1.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

An insulator is a material that does not allow energy, particularly electrical energy, to flow through it easily.

2.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A conductor is a material that allows energy, especially electrical energy, to flow through it easily.

3.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a common insulator.

Back

Rubber is a common example of an insulator.

4.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Give an example of a common conductor.

Back

Copper is a common example of a conductor.

5.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Why are wires covered in rubber?

Back

Wires are covered in rubber because rubber is an insulator, which prevents electrical energy from escaping and protects users from electric shock.

6.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

Is aluminum a conductor or an insulator?

Back

Aluminum is a conductor.

7.

FLASHCARD QUESTION

Front

What property of materials determines if they are insulators or conductors?

Back

The property that determines if materials are insulators or conductors is their ability to allow the flow of electric charge.

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