Exploring Thermal Conductors and Insulators
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Science
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6th - 10th Grade
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Easy
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Jackson Turner
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10 questions
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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary function of thermal conductors and insulators?
To control the flow of light energy
To control the flow of sound energy
To control the flow of thermal energy
To control the flow of electrical energy
Tags
NGSS.MS-PS3-3
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Which material is generally a poor conductor of thermal energy?
Copper
Plastic
Metal
Aluminum
Tags
NGSS.MS-PS3-3
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are metals excellent conductors of thermal energy?
Because their atoms are closely packed together
Because they are lightweight
Because they have a lot of air pockets
Because they are flexible
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NGSS.MS-PS3-3
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What happens when you touch a metal object on a cold day?
It feels warm because it absorbs heat from your hand
It feels cold because it conducts thermal energy away from your hand
It feels the same as the surrounding temperature
It feels hot because it retains heat
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-5
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the primary characteristic of thermal insulators?
They are excellent conductors of thermal energy
They are always solid
They block the flow of thermal energy
They are made of metal
6.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
Why are jackets effective in keeping us warm?
Because they have a lot of air pockets
Because they are waterproof
Because they are made of metal
Because they are heavy
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NGSS.MS-PS1-4
NGSS.MS-PS3-3
NGSS.MS-PS3-4
7.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is a Radiant Barrier used for?
To conduct electricity
To absorb sound
To reflect radiation and block thermal energy
To conduct thermal energy
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NGSS.MS-PS3-3
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