Conductors and Insulators

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What is an insulator?

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A material that slows the transfer of heat.

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A jacket is a good example of an...

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Insulator.

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Why is electrical wiring usually made from copper?

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Because copper conducts electricity.

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Which of these is a conductor?

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Copper.

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Which of the following is a good conductor of heat and electricity?

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Copper wire.

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What is a conductor?

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A material that allows heat or electricity to pass through easily.

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Give an example of a good insulator.

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Rubber.

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What happens to heat when it passes through a conductor?

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It transfers easily.

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What is the role of insulators in electrical devices?

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They prevent the unwanted flow of electricity.

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Name a common use of conductors.

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Electrical wiring.