Materials behave differently when electricity tries to pass through them.
Some materials allow electricity to flow easily through them.
Other materials do not allow electricity to pass through them.
Example
— Copper wire allows electricity, but plastic cover stops it.

Materials and Electricity Property Good Conductors Insulators Current Flow Allows electricity easily Blocks electricity Examples Copper wire, iron nail Plastic, rubber, wood Use Making wires Safety covering
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