Conductors and Insulators

Front

What is a conductor?

Back

A conductor is a material that transfers heat or electricity easily.

Front

What is an insulator?

Back

An insulator is a material that does not allow electricity or heat to pass through it easily.

Front

Give an example of a good conductor.

Back

Copper is a good conductor.

Front

Give an example of a good insulator.

Back

Rubber is a good insulator.

Front

Which of the following is NOT a conductor: metal spoon, wire, iron nail, plastic spoon?

Back

Plastic spoon is NOT a conductor.

Front

What is the main property of metals in terms of conductivity?

Back

Metals are good conductors of heat and electricity.

Front

What is the main property of wood in terms of conductivity?

Back

Wood is generally a poor conductor and acts as an insulator.

Front

What happens to electricity when it passes through a conductor?

Back

Electricity flows easily through a conductor.

Front

What happens to electricity when it passes through an insulator?

Back

Electricity does not flow easily through an insulator.

Front

Name a common household item that is a conductor.

Back

An aluminum pie plate is a common conductor.