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All atoms have electrons that orbit the nucleus, we are concerned with the outermost orbit. The outer orbit shell can have from 1 to 8 electrons. The fewer electrons an atom has in this orbit the better it is at conduction (one or two electrons, it is easy to knock one of the electrons out of orbit and pass to the next atom). The more electrons you have, the better it is at insulating. Nothing is a perfect insulator, if you apply enough voltage the electrons will move (current will flow). This is why the insulation on conductors have a voltage rating.
What else can I help you with?
Do cotton balls work as an insulator?
Yes.
Would a copper pipe work better a conductor or an insulator?
A copper pipe would work as a conductor because most metals like copper, they are well conductors. If you want to know an example of an insulator, you can say rubber is a good insulator.
Is a wooden Craft stick a conductor or insulation?
It is an insulator.
What is insulator strings?
Insulator strings are normally used for high tension wires. They work as the main insulators for wires and assure a smooth connection between the conductors and the poles.
Is chalk an insulator or an conductor?
insulator.
Is a spatula a insulator or a conductor?
Insulator
Is a water conductor or insulator?
Insulator
What is Kevin Kreider's occupation from 'Jon and Kate Plus 8'?
He's an insulator. I work with him.
Use the electron theory to explain how insulators and conductors work?
the same way an insulator and a conductor will work with out the electron theory!
Is a rubber band an insulator or conductors?
Rubber is an insulator for normal voltages.
Are plastic plates a conductor or insulator?
Insulator
Is foam a good insulator or conductor?
insulator
