Heat Transfer: Conductors and Insulators

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What is an insulator?

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A material that energy cannot flow through easily.

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What is a conductor?

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A material that lets energy flow through it easily.

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What happens when ice melts?

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Changing from a solid to a liquid is called melting.

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How does a hot light bulb feel when touched?

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It feels hot.

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What is the purpose of using an oven mitt?

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To protect your hand from getting burned when handling hot objects.

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What is an example of a good insulator?

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Wood is a good insulator.

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What is an example of a good conductor?

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Metal is a good conductor.

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What is the process of changing from a liquid to a gas called?

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Evaporating.

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What is the process of changing from a gas to a liquid called?

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Condensation.

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Why should you not touch a metal pan directly when cooking?

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Because metal conducts heat and can burn your hand.