Conductors and Insulators of Thermal Heat Presentation

Multiple Choice

Which of the following best describes a conductor?

• A material that absorbs heat easily

• A material that does not absorb heat

• A material that reflects light

• A material that melts quickly

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is NOT a type of metal shown in the images?

• Gold

• Copper

• Steel

• Plastic

Multiple Choice

Which of the following materials is a conductor of heat but is not a metal?

• Wax

• Rubber

• Styrofoam

• Cork

Multiple Select

Which of the following materials are insulators?

• Rubber

• Styrofoam

• Cork

• Wax

Multiple Choice

An oven mitt is most likely...

• A conductor

• An insulator

Multiple Choice

A metal pots is most likely.....

• Conductor

• Insulator

Multiple Choice

The rubber gloves are.....

• Conductors

• Insulators

Multiple Choice

The metal bench is......

• Conductor

• Insulator

Open Ended

After learning about conductors and insulators, what material do you think would best keep your drink cold, and why?