Week 6 Quiz 2 Conductors and Insulators

Which is NOT an insulator.

• Wool
• Plastic
• Iron
• Glass

Which one is a conductor? 

• wood 
• iron 
• plastic spoon 
• paper 

Which of the following materials is an electrical insulator?

• aluminum
• gold
• rubber
• steel

Why is electrical wiring usually made from copper?

• Because copper is shiny
• Because copper conducts electricity
• Because copper is not magnetic

This is an example of a Conductor. 

• True
• False

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True or False: An insulator is a type of material that allows heat to escape from an object quickly.

• True
• False

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An insulator is a material that:

• Transfers thermal and electrical energy
• Transfers electrical energy and slows thermal energy
• Slows electrical energy and allows thermal energy to pass
• Slows thermal and electrical energy from transfering

What is NOT an example of an insulator in the kitchen?

• An oven mitt
• Pots and pans
• A wooden spoon
• A plastic measuring cup

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The plastic covering is there to:

• Provide a conductor for electrical energy to flow.
• Provide an insulator so that electrical energy will not pass outside of the wires.
• Provide a conductor so that electrical energy can NOT flow.
• Provide an insulator so that electrical energy can flow.

Olivia wanted to complete her circuit with a conductor.  What object is her best option?

• Wood stick
• Glass bead
• Aluminum foil
• Styrofoam