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Conductors and Insulators

Explore the properties of conductors and insulators with this engaging second-grade science worksheet.

Grade 2 Science PhysicsConductors and Insulators
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Conductors and Insulators

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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability.

1. Which of these materials is good at letting electricity pass through?

a

Wood

b

Plastic

c

Metal

d

Rubber

2. An insulator is a material that:

a

Lets electricity flow easily

b

Stops electricity from flowing

c

Glows in the dark

d

Is always cold

1. A material that lets heat and electricity pass through it easily is called a  .

2. Rubber is a good   because it does not let electricity pass through.

3. Most cooking pots are made of   because it conducts heat well.

1. All metals are good conductors of electricity.

T

True

F

False

2. Plastic is a conductor.

T

True

F

False

1. Name two objects in your home that are good conductors.

2. Name two objects in your home that are good insulators.

Use the words below to fill in the blanks.

conductor
insulator
electricity
heat

A material that blocks the flow of   and   is called an  .