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  • Insulators: Materials That Resist Electron Flow - Properties & Examples
    Materials that do not allow electrons to flow easily through them are called insulators.

    Here are some examples of insulators:

    * Rubber: Used in electrical cords and gloves for protection.

    * Plastic: Common in electrical plugs and casings.

    * Glass: Used in light bulbs and other electrical components.

    * Wood: A natural insulator used in construction.

    * Air: A good insulator, which is why we don't get shocked by touching electrical wires (unless they are very high voltage).

    * Ceramic: Used in many electrical components like spark plugs and insulators in electrical appliances.

    The reason insulators resist the flow of electrons is because their atoms have tightly bound electrons that are difficult to remove. This makes it hard for an electric current to flow through them.

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