Insulators vs Conductors

Conductors are materials that...

• Allow heat to pass through
• Stop heat from passing through
• Allow cold to pass through
• Stop cold from passing through

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A material that prevents heat or an electric current from flowing

• Conductor

• Insulator

• Magnetism

• Electric Circuit

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What is the BEST example of a conductor? 

• A wooden block
• A ceramic mug
• A glass cup
• A metal bowl

Which is NOT an insulator.

• Wool
• Plastic
• Iron
• Glass

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Which of these objects is an insulator?

• Copper Wire
• Paper Clip
• Steel Pole
• Rubber Gloves

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Which one is a conductor? 

• wood 
• iron 
• plastic spoon 
• paper 

What would best complete this circuit?

• A wire

• A switch

• A battery

• A light bulb

Which of the following materials is an electrical insulator?

• aluminum
• gold
• rubber
• steel

All of the following are conductors except _______.

• metal spoon
• wire
• iron nail
• plastic spoon

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Why is electrical wiring usually made from copper?

• Because copper is shiny
• Because copper conducts electricity
• Because copper is not magnetic