Independent Practice_ Oct. 26

Based on their properties, which of the objects is most likely a metal?

• Object 1, because it is a solid that is less dense than water

• Object 2, because all metals float in water

• Object 2, because metals conduct thermal energy and electricity

• Object 1, because it can be used to provide insulation for thermal energy

A family was vacationing in the mountains in a cabin that had no electrical power.

They needed boiling water in order to prepare dried soup mix.

With no electrical energy available, which method would most likely provide enough thermal energy to quickly heat the water to boiling?

• Using a microwave oven to heat water in a glass jar for 3 minutes

• Shaking the water in a closed, insulated plastic bottle for 3 minutes

• Shining a battery-powered flashlight on a metal container of water for 10 minutes

• Placing a metal pot of water over glowing charcoal in an outdoor grill for 10 minutes

What is the BEST example of a conductor of thermal energy?

• A wooden block

• A wool oven mitt

• A plastic mug

• A metal pan

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A jacket is a good example of an . . .

• Insulator
• Investigator
• Conductor
• Interrogator

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What is a conductor?

• a material that slows the transfer of heat
• a material that transfers heat easily
• a material that is fluffy
• a material that is temperature controlled

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Which of the following materials is an electrical conductor?

• silver
• silver-colored plastic
• cork
• rubber

What is the BEST example of a conductor? 

• A wooden block
• A ceramic mug
• A glass cup
• A metal bowl

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What is a conductor?

• Material that does NOT transfer energy.

• Materials that are connected to circuits.

• Materials that transfer energy.

• Materials that

All of the following are conductors except _______.

• metal spoon
• wire
• iron nail
• plastic spoon

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Which of the following is a good conductor of heat and electricity?

• newspaper

• copper wire

• glass plate

• plastic bottle

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