Standard Science Primary 4 Energy

Why is the handle of a frying pan usually made of plastic or wood?

A They are good conductors of heat.
B They are poor conductors of heat.
C They are stronger than metal.
D They are cheaper than metal.
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Step 1: Handles need to stay cool so they can be held. Step 2: Plastic and wood do not allow heat to flow through them easily. Step 3: Therefore, they are poor conductors (insulators).

Correct answer: They are poor conductors of heat.

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