Conductors and Insulators

Which materials allow heat to pass through them easily?

• Conductors

• Transferals

• Insulators

• Conveyors

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Jennifer is cooking using a metal pot which has plastic coverings on the handles. Why is she able to pick up the pot after it has been heated?

• The plastic handles act as an insulator.

• The metal pot acts as an insulator.

• Both the pot and the handles are conductors.

• Both the pot and the handles are insulators

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Which object is a good insulator?

• A silver fork

• A copper coin

• A foam pillow

• A metal pipe

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What do we call objects that do not easily allow heat to travel through them? (2 points)

• Insulators

• Idolaters

• Protectors

• Transfers

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Which object would make the best conductor?

• An aluminum can

• A cardboard box

• A plastic spoon

• A foam cup

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Which material would make the best insulator in a cooler?

• Foam

• Metal

• Iron

• Steel

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Monica is using a metal spoon to stir the soup she is cooking. What material does the spoon need so she can hold onto it without burning her hand?

• A cardboard conductor

• A plastic insulator

• A metal insulator

• A foam conductor

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Why do people wear a sweater or coat when the temperature outside drops?

• It acts as a conductor to keep you warm.

• It acts as a conveyor to keep you warm.

• It acts as a transferal to keep you warm.

• It acts as an insulator to keep you warm.

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Which object is a good conductor?

• An iron frying pan

• A plastic cup

• A foam cup

• A wooden spoon

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What object is the best conductor of heat?

• A silver fork

• A pipe cleaner

• A plastic glass

• A wooden spoon

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