Heat and materials

Front

What happens to particles when they are heated?

Back

They speed up and expand.

Front

What are metals known for in terms of heat transfer?

Back

Metals are good conductors.

Front

What do we call materials that allow heat to transfer through them easily?

Back

Conductors.

Front

If a metal rod and a plastic rod are heated, which one will contract more when cooled?

Back

The metal rod will contract more.

Front

What materials are considered excellent insulators?

Back

Materials like wood and air.

Front

What is the definition of a conductor?

Back

A material that allows heat to pass through it easily.

Front

What is the definition of an insulator?

Back

A material that does not allow heat to pass through it easily.

Front

Give an example of a good conductor of heat.

Back

Copper.

Front

Give an example of a good insulator of heat.

Back

Rubber.

Front

What happens to the volume of most materials when they are heated?

Back

They expand.