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  • What is an Insulator? Properties & Examples
    A material in which charges cannot move freely is called an insulator.

    Here's why:

    * Conductors: In conductors, like metals, electrons are loosely bound to their atoms and can easily move throughout the material. This allows for the flow of electric current.

    * Insulators: In insulators, electrons are tightly bound to their atoms and cannot move freely. This makes it very difficult for current to flow through them.

    Examples of insulators:

    * Rubber

    * Glass

    * Plastic

    * Wood

    * Ceramic

    Key takeaway: Insulators resist the flow of electricity, while conductors allow electricity to flow easily.

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