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Keeps the current in the conductor. Without the insulation on a conductor the current can and will leave the intended path in the electrical circuit if it comes in contact with some other conductive path if there is a difference of potential.
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Is wood a conductor or an insulator of electricity?
Wood is an insulator.
Is polyvinyl chloride an insulator of electricity?
yes, its an insulator. its a type of insulator used for wires, cables, etc
Is dirt a good insulator?
is foam dirt an metal a good insulator
Why diode act as an insulator?
Diode is a semiconductor material. so it act as insulator also.
Is a candle an insulator of electricity?
A candle in not in the electrical classification category as being used for an insulator.
Is a table mat conductor or an insulator?
Have a little think about what the purpose of a table mat is and you'll get your answer.
Is a potholder a condutor or an insulator?
A potholder is an insulator. Its purpose is to insulate against the heat of the pots that you pick up.
Is asphalt a insulator?
Asphalt is a poor conductor of electricity and can be considered a good insulator for that purpose. However, it is not a good insulator for thermal energy, as it conducts heat readily.
Is a radiator a insulator?
The purpose of a radiator is to transfer heat as quickly as possible. It is pretty much the opposite of an insulator.
Is a table a conductor or an insulator?
Have a little think about what the purpose of a table mat is and you'll get your answer.
What is the purpose of skirts on a insulator?
Skirts on an insulator help to increase the leakage distance, providing better insulation performance. They help to prevent leakage currents and improve the overall efficiency and reliability of the insulator in high-voltage applications.
What can a thermal insulator not do?
A thermal insulator is totally incapable of answering this question
One purpose of an insulator is?
This looks like a course or test question, and is best answered by your course materials.
Is a knife blade a conductor or a insulator?
Conduction or insulation depends on material, not shape or purpose. A metal blade is a conductor.
Is a shirt an insulator?
A shirt can act as a thin insulator by trapping a layer of air next to the body, providing some insulation. However, it is not as effective as purpose-built insulating materials like wool or synthetic fibers.
What is the purpose of lipids in an animal?
Make up the cell membrane,As an energy storage,As a heat insulator,act as a shock absorber
Is a wooden Craft stick a conductor or insulation?
It is an insulator.
