Insulators and Conductors

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily.

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What is a conductor?

Back

A conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it easily.

Front

Is wood a conductor or an insulator?

Back

Wood is an insulator.

Front

Which of the following is NOT an insulator: Wool, Plastic, Copper, Glass?

Back

Copper is NOT an insulator; it is a conductor.

Front

What is the best option for a conductor to complete a circuit?

Back

Aluminum foil is a good conductor to complete a circuit.

Front

What is a closed circuit?

Back

A closed circuit is when all parts of the circuit are connected, allowing electricity to flow.

Front

What is an open circuit?

Back

An open circuit is when there is a break in the circuit, preventing electricity from flowing.

Front

What is the purpose of the plastic covering on wires?

Back

The plastic covering provides an insulator so that electrical energy will not pass outside of the wires.

Front

Name a common insulator used in electrical wiring.

Back

Plastic is a common insulator used in electrical wiring.

Front

Name a common conductor used in electrical wiring.

Back

Copper is a common conductor used in electrical wiring.