Conductors and Insulators

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that transfers heat or electricity easily.

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that slows the transfer of heat or electricity.

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Is rubber a conductor or an insulator?

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Rubber is an insulator.

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Which material is a good electrical conductor?

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Silver is a good electrical conductor.

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Why do mittens keep your hands warm in winter?

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Mittens keep your hands warm because they are insulators.

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Give an example of a good insulator.

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Examples of good insulators include rubber, wood, and plastic.

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What happens to heat when it passes through a conductor?

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Heat moves easily through a conductor.

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What happens to heat when it passes through an insulator?

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Heat does not move easily through an insulator.

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Name a common use of conductors.

Back

Conductors are commonly used in electrical wiring.

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Name a common use of insulators.

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Insulators are used to cover electrical wires to prevent shock.