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Which matter is the conducter of electric but insulater of heat?
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∙ 13y ago
Normally, materials which are good conductors of electricity are also good conductors of heat. This is because both electrical conductivity and heat conductivity is enhanced by mobile electrons, thus making metals both good electrical conductors and good heat conductors. However, I do not know if there might be an exception...
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Is gold a conducter an insulater of heat?
Metals are conductors of heat. Gold is a metal.
Why is metal a heat conducter?
because it's a good heat conducter Electric conductors tend to be good heat conductors, but the above seems reasonable.
What does a insulater do?
Blocks flow of (1) electric current and/or (2) heat
Is Helium a good conducter of energy?
No, nor heat nor electric nor kinetic energy
Is helium a conducter of heat?
No. it is not
Is iron a good conducter of heat?
Of course it is!
What is a better conducter of heat is it steel?
steel
Is nichrome a conducter of heat?
yes,in fact it is good conductor of heat
What is an opposite of an insulater?
A conductor, that conducts heat or energy well
What does thermal conducter?
the ability of a material to transfer heat through it.
What is the difference between a heat conducter and a heat insulater?
A heat conductor is something which is could at transferring heat. Think of a metal spoon in a pan of boiling water. The spoon feels hot because the metal is good at transferring the heat to your hand. On the other hand, an insulator is something which is bad at transferring heat. They can be used either to keep heat in, or to keep it out. For instance, because air is a good insulator, hot water tanks often are covered in foam, which traps air, which helps to keep the heat in.
Is a styrofoam a good conducter of heat or a bad conductor of heat?
It is a bad conductor of heat, that is why it is used as an insulating material.
