Standard Science Primary 4 Energy

Jun Jie placed four spoons made of different materials into a bowl of hot water. After 5 minutes, which spoon would feel the HOTTEST?

A Wooden spoon
B Ceramic spoon
C Plastic spoon
D Metal spoon
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Step 1: Compare the thermal conductivity of the materials. Step 2: Metal is a better conductor of heat than plastic, wood, or ceramic. Step 3: It will transfer heat from the water to the hand the fastest.

Correct answer: Metal spoon

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