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2.3.1a Thermal conductors and thermal insulators

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Question 18

A student suggests some uses for materials that are good thermal conductors and for materials that are good thermal insulators.

In which row are both suggested uses correct?

A

Good thermal conductor: keeping a cold drink cool on a hot day; Good thermal insulator: transferring heat quickly to boil water

B

Good thermal conductor: making the handle of a metal cooking pot; Good thermal insulator: making a cooler box to keep items cold

C

Good thermal conductor: making the base of a frying pan; Good thermal insulator: making cooling fins for refrigeration

D

Good thermal conductor: transferring thermal energy away from a computer CPU; Good thermal insulator: keeping a hot drink at a high temperature

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