Key Stage 2
Meaning
Thermal Conductivity is how quickly a material can be heated or cooled.
About Electrical Conductivity
- If a material can change temperature quickly it is a thermal conductor.
- If a material changes temperature slowly it is a thermal insulator.
Examples
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| All metals make good thermal conductors. |
| Plastic | Rubber | Air | Brick |
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