Heat Transfer (4th Grade)

Which best describes the flow of heat?

• A. From a larger object to a smaller object

• From a cooler object to a warmer object

• From a warmer object to a cooler object

• From a warmer object to a warmer object

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Why is it better to have a cooking pot with a plastic handle instead of a metal handle?

• A. Plastic looks better than metal.

• B. . Plastic is not a good conductor of heat

• C. Plastic washes easier than metal.

• D. Plastic is a good conductor of heat

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What is the term used to describe an object that allows heat to move through it and from one object to another by contact?

• an insulator

• a conductor

• a translator

• a convector

Sheryl made a list of some materials that she thinks do not easily conduct heat. Which material did she list incorrectly?

• plastic

• Styrofoam

• wood

• copper

Answer explanation

Copper is a metal. It is a great conductor.

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Which material is classified as an insulator?

• copper

• wood

• iron

• steel

To keep from burning a hand on a pot handle, of which material should the handle be made?

• aluminum

• glass

• iron

• rubber

Answer explanation

You don't want to touch any hot metals with your bare hands. Using a rubber handle will not burn your hand, so its a great insulator.

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Insulators ​ (a)   heat to flow through them easily.

• do not allow
• allow

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Jacob put on a wool sweater to keep warm before he went outside in the cool weather. Why are many sweaters made of wool?

• wool is a great conductor

• wool is a great insulator

• wool is a poor insulator

• wool is a great metal

Answer explanation

One way to retain your own thermal energy on a cold day is to wear clothes that trap air

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Organize these options into the right categories

Groups:

(a) Insulators of Heat

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(b) Conductors of Hear

• Aluminum
• Wood
• Wool

• Gold
• Copper
• Plastic
• Glass
• Silver
• Iron
• Rubber

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Conductors (a)   heat to flow through them easily.

• do not allow
• allow

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