poor conductor

Examples (10)

• Wood is a poor conductor of heat, which is why it's used for saucepan handles.
• Rubber is a poor conductor of electricity, making it an excellent insulator.
• Pure water is actually a surprisingly poor conductor of electricity.
• The material was chosen for its properties as a poor conductor to prevent heat transfer.
• In our science experiment, we identified plastic as a poor conductor.
• While metals are good conductors, most non-metals are considered poor conductors.
• A substance that doesn't transfer energy easily is known as a poor conductor.
• Air trapped in wool fibers makes it a poor conductor of heat, keeping you warm.
• Why is glass, a poor conductor, used in high-voltage insulators?
• Because the ceramic mug is a poor conductor, your coffee stays hot longer.