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  • Electrical Insulators: How They Prevent Charge Flow - Properties & Examples
    Electrical insulators are designed to resist the flow of charges. This means charges do not flow easily in an insulator.

    Here's why:

    * Insulators have tightly bound electrons: The electrons in insulators are held tightly to their atoms, making it difficult for them to move freely.

    * High resistance: Insulators have a high resistance to electrical current, meaning they oppose the flow of charges.

    Examples of insulators:

    * Rubber

    * Glass

    * Plastic

    * Wood

    In contrast, conductors have loosely bound electrons that can move freely, allowing for easy flow of electrical charges.

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