Conductors and Insulators

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows energy (like electricity or heat) to flow through it easily.

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What is an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow energy to flow through it easily.

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Give an example of a conductor.

Back

Copper is a common example of a conductor.

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Give an example of an insulator.

Back

Glass is a common example of an insulator.

Front

Is water a conductor or an insulator?

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Water is a conductor, especially when it contains impurities.

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What role do conductors play in electrical circuits?

Back

Conductors allow electricity to flow through the circuit, enabling devices to function.

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What role do insulators play in electrical circuits?

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Insulators prevent the flow of electricity, protecting users from electric shock.

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True or False: Rubber is an insulator.

Back

True.

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True or False: Metals are generally good insulators.

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False, metals are generally good conductors.

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What happens when a conductor is connected to a power source?

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Electricity flows through the conductor, powering devices.