Standard Science Primary 4 Energy

Why are the handles of cooking pots usually made of materials like wood or plastic?

A They are poor conductors of heat.
B To allow heat to reach the hand faster.
C They are good conductors of heat.
D They make the pot look more attractive.
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Step 1: Understand the function of a handle (to be held safely). Step [2-9]: Wood and plastic are insulators (poor conductors). Step [2-9]: They slow down the transfer of heat to the hand.

Correct answer: They are poor conductors of heat.

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