TREE UTILIZATION AND PRODUCTS
WOOD PROPERTIES
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Question
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Which of the following is NOT a good electrical conductor?
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iron
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wood
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brass
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aluminum
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -No, wood is a good insulator of electricity. The natural fiber of wood is in itself a hollow cell which provides a minute air space, hence wood act as insulating unit.
Detailed explanation-2: -Rubber being an insulator is not a good conductor of electricity.
Detailed explanation-3: -Metals and stone are considered good conductors since they can speedily transfer heat, whereas materials like wood, paper, air, and cloth are poor conductors of heat.
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