2. Insulators and Conductors
Insulators
An electrical insulator is a substance in which
electrons cannot move freely from surface to
surface.
Electricians wear safety
clothing with thick layers of
insulating material to avoid
electrocution.
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Then when we touch another conductor (like
a doorknob) we receive a shock as electrons
pass through our hand and the doorknob.
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Airplanes are made of conductors and insulators to
ensure safety if struck by lightening
Lightening striking 747 (@ 26:00)
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