Insulators vs Conductors

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What is a conductor?

Back

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

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What is an insulator?

Back

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

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Give an example of a good conductor.

Back

Aluminum is a good conductor.

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Give an example of a good insulator.

Back

Rubber is a good insulator.

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True or False: Glass is an example of an insulator.

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True.

Front

True or False: A jacket is a good example of a conductor.

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False, a jacket is a good example of an insulator.

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What happens to electricity in a conductor?

Back

Electricity flows easily through a conductor.

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What happens to electricity in an insulator?

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Electricity does not flow easily through an insulator.

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Name a common use for conductors.

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Conductors are used in electrical wiring.

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Name a common use for insulators.

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Insulators are used to cover electrical wires to prevent shocks.