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Insulators are like rubber and wood because insulators that stops the flow of electrical charge. Conducts are the opposite so the items would be metal .

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How do conductors and insulators work together?

Conductors and insulators work together in electrical circuits to control the flow of electricity. Conductors allow electricity to flow easily through them, while insulators prevent the flow of electricity. By strategically using both conductors and insulators in a circuit, you can guide the electrical current to where it needs to go and prevent it from causing damage or harm.


Are all insulators and conductors solids?

No, insulators and conductors can be found in various states of matter. While many are solids (such as metals being conductors and plastics being insulators), there are also liquid and gaseous substances that can exhibit insulating or conducting properties.


Why conductors conduct heat and electricity while insulators are known as poor conductors?

Conductors conduct heat and electricity well because they have delocalised electrons in their structure. Insulators, on the other hand, do not have delocalised electrons and therefore do not conduct heat and electricity as a conductor, although they do conduct to some extent.


What are Conductors Insulators Semiconductors?

Conductors are materials that allow electricity to flow easily, like metals. Insulators are materials that do not allow electricity to flow, like rubber or glass. Semiconductors are materials that have properties between conductors and insulators, and are commonly used in electronics.


Why dont insulators absorb heat as much as conductors?

Insulators do not absorb heat as much as conductors because they have a lower thermal conductivity. This means that heat energy does not flow through insulators as easily as it does through conductors, so they do not heat up as quickly. Insulators are designed to trap heat and prevent its transfer, unlike conductors that allow heat to move freely.

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How are materials classified on the basis of resistivity?

Materials can be classified based on their resistivity as conductors, semiconductors, or insulators. Conductors have low resistivity, allowing electric current to flow easily. Semiconductors have resistivity in between conductors and insulators, and their conductivity can be controlled. Insulators have high resistivity and do not allow electric current to flow easily.


What are some materials used to test a simple circuit for conductors and insulators?

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