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Is poor conductor is also poor heat the reason?

Both Electricity and Heat are forms of energy. If an element were a poor conductor of both it would simply mean that particular element was a poor conductor of energy.


What are some of the different types of insulation?

An insulator is a poor conductor of energy. For example; Rubber is a poor conductor of electricity Rock is a poor conductor of heat A sponge is a poor conductor of sound.


If testing show an element is a poor conductor of electricity it is probably a?

This element is a metalloid.


What element is a poor conductor of energy and electric current?

Non-metals in general do not conduct electricity or other forms of energy as well as metals do. Helium would be an example.


Is sulfur a poor conductor of energy?

Yes, it is a horrible conductor of energy.


Is S a shiny and a good conductor of heat?

No, the element sulfur (S) is not shiny and is not a good conductor of heat. Sulfur is a non-metal and is typically a yellow, brittle solid at room temperature. It is a poor conductor of heat due to its molecular structure, which does not allow for efficient transfer of thermal energy.


What element is shiny malleable and a poor conductor of electricity?

The element you are referring to is likely gold. Gold is a shiny and malleable metal, but it is a poor conductor of electricity compared to other metals like copper or silver.


What category does an element belong in if its a poor conductor of heat?

If an element is a poor conductor of heat, it is most likely a nonmetal. Nonmetals generally have lower thermal conductivity compared to metals, which are good conductors of heat.


Is copper a poor conductor of energy?

No. Copper is a good conductor of both electricity and heat.


Is samarium a good conductor?

Samarium is a good conductor for heat and electricity.


What is sulfur a poor conductor of?

Sulfur is a poor conductor of electricity and heat due to its electron configuration and molecular structure, which restrict the movement of electrons.


. To what category of elements does an element belong if it is a poor conductor of electricity?

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