Conductors and Insulators

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What is a conductor?

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

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What is an insulator?

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

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Which material is the best conductor of electricity?

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Copper is the best conductor of electricity.

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What is an example of an insulator?

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Plastic is an example of an insulator.

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Why are electrical wires made of copper?

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Copper is used because it is a good conductor of electricity.

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What is the role of an insulator in electrical wiring?

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An insulator protects us from electric shock by preventing electricity from escaping the wire.

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Can insulators conduct electricity?

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No, insulators do not conduct electricity.

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What happens to heat when it passes through an insulator?

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An insulator slows down the transfer of heat.

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Give an example of a good conductor of heat.

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Metals like aluminum are good conductors of heat.

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What is the purpose of using insulators in homes?

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Insulators help keep homes warm by preventing heat from escaping.

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