Standard Science Primary 4 Energy

Ross put a metal spoon and a plastic spoon in a cup of hot coffee. After 2 minutes, which spoon will feel hotter to touch?

A The plastic spoon
B Neither will be hot.
C The metal spoon
D Both will feel the same.
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Worked Solution

Step 1: Metal is a good conductor of heat. Step 2: Heat from the coffee travels through the metal spoon quickly to the handle. Step 3: Plastic is a poor conductor, so heat travels slowly.

Correct answer: The metal spoon

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