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A major feature in many insulating materials is TRAPPED AIR.


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What is the use of sista foam?

Sista foam is a high-quality construction foam used for sealing, filling, and insulating gaps, cracks, and cavities in buildings. It provides excellent adhesion to many materials, including wood, concrete, and metal, and helps to improve the building's energy efficiency by reducing air leakage.


Why is foam a good insulater?

Foam is a good insulator because it is lightweight and has a structure with many small air pockets. These air pockets trap air, which is a poor conductor of heat, leading to reduced heat transfer through the material. Additionally, foam materials often have low thermal conductivity, further increasing their insulating properties.


Why are you warmer with several layers of clothes rather than one big coat?

Wearing several layers of clothes creates insulating air pockets between the layers, which helps to trap heat and keep you warm. In contrast, a single big coat does not create as many insulating layers and may not trap heat as effectively.


Must a flask be a good conductor of heat?

No, a flask does not necessarily have to be a good conductor of heat. In fact, many flasks are designed with insulating materials to help maintain the temperature of the liquid inside, whether hot or cold. So, a flask can be effective at keeping beverages hot or cold without being a good conductor of heat.


Can water be used as an insulator?

Pure water is an insulator, but in the "real world", water usually has impurities - notably ions - that actually make it a good conductor. This is theory; I don't think it is practical to use water as an insulator.

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What is the use of sista foam?

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