Conductors vs Insulators

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What is a conductor?

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A conductor is a material that allows electricity to flow through it easily. Examples include metals like copper and aluminum.

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NGSS.MS-PS2-3

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What is an insulator?

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An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity to flow through it easily. Examples include rubber, wood, and plastic.

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Is wood a conductor or an insulator?

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Wood is an insulator.

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Is rubber a conductor or an insulator?

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Rubber is an insulator.

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What happens when electricity meets an insulator?

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Electricity cannot pass through an insulator.

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Can you name a common conductor?

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A common conductor is copper, often used in electrical wires.

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Can you name a common insulator?

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A common insulator is rubber, used to cover electrical wires.

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NGSS.MS-PS3-3

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True or False: Electricity can flow through plastic easily.

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False, plastic is an insulator.

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What is the role of conductors in electrical circuits?

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Conductors allow electricity to flow, enabling the circuit to work.

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What is the role of insulators in electrical circuits?

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Insulators protect us from electric shock by preventing electricity from flowing where it shouldn't.