Insulation Flashcards
1
Q
What is an insulator?
A
It is a material that doesn’t allow heat to pass it through easily.
2
Q
Are insulators good or bad conductors?
A
Bad
3
Q
Give 3 examples of insulators.
A
Wool
Wood
Plastic
4
Q
How does insulation work?
A
Insulation traps air/gas particles so it limits convection as particles cannot rise up and away taking thermal energy with them. Also, conduction can’t occur as there are no particles available to warm up.
