Conductors and Insulators

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What are conductors?

Back

Materials that allow heat (thermal) energy to move through easily.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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What are insulators?

Back

Materials that do not allow the flow of heat.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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Give an example of a conductor.

Back

Copper is a good example of a conductor.

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Give an example of an insulator.

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Rubber is a good example of an insulator.

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Front

What is the best material for keeping popsicles cold?

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Plastic is the best material for keeping popsicles cold.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

Front

Is aluminum a conductor or an insulator?

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Aluminum is a conductor.

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Is wood a conductor or an insulator?

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Wood is an insulator.

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What happens to heat when it passes through a conductor?

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Heat moves easily through a conductor.

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NGSS.MS-PS1-4

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What happens to heat when it passes through an insulator?

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Heat does not move easily through an insulator.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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Name three materials that are good insulators.

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Rubber, glass, and wood are good insulators.

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