Forms of Energy

What is an insulator?

• a material that slows the transfer of heat.

• a material that is fluffy

• a material that transfers heat easily

• a material that is temperature controlled

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What is a conductor?

• a material that slows the transfer of heat

• a material that transfers heat easily

• a material that is temperature controlled

• a material that is fluffy

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What is the BEST example of a conductor?

• A wooden block

• A glass cup

• A ceramic mug

• A metal bowl

A jacket is a good example of _____________________.

• Conductor

• Insulator

• wool

• leather

What is the BEST example of a conductor?

• A plastic spatula

• An aluminum pie plate

• A styrofoam cup

• A copper pan

Which of the following is NOT an insulator?

• Wool

• Iron

• Plastic

• Glass

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

• an oven mitt

• pots and pans

• wooden spoons

• a plastic measuring cup

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What is the purpose of conductors in an electric circuit?

• make the circuit faster

• connect parts of circuit

• stop the flow of electricity

What is the purpose of insulators in a circuit?

• connect parts of circuit

• protect people from electricity

• to make the wire look pretty

Using a conductor in a circuit will

• will not allow electricity to flow

• allow electricity to flow

• makes the circuit disappear