Insulators and Conductors
Explore the difference between insulators and conductors with this Grade 3 science worksheet, focusing on how different materials block or allow heat and electricity.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will help you understand the difference between insulators and conductors.
1. What is a material that DOES NOT allow heat or electricity to pass through easily?
Conductor
Insulator
Magnet
Switch
2. Which of these materials is a good conductor of heat?
Plastic spoon
Wooden stick
Metal fork
Rubber band
3. A material that allows heat and electricity to pass through easily is called a .
4. We use materials to keep things warm or cold.
5. All metals are good insulators.
True
False
6. A plastic cup is a better insulator than a metal cup.
True
False
7. Give two examples of insulators you might find in your home.
8. Why is it important for the handle of a cooking pot to be made of an insulator?
Look at the image of the electrical insulator. Why is it important for these to be good insulators?
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