Some materials let heat pass through them quickly.
Example
— Metal spoons, iron rods, copper wires, aluminium pans
Other materials do not let heat pass through them easily.
Example
— Wood handles, plastic covers, cloth mittens, rubber gloves
Let's learn about these in detail step by step.

Heat Passing Materials Material Type Good Heat Passers Poor Heat Passers Metals Iron, Copper, Aluminium Wood, Plastic, Rubber Kitchen Use Cooking pots, spoons Handles, covers, mittens Heat Movement Fast heat transfer Slow heat transfer
Heat Transfer in Nature 7.1.1 Conduction 7.1.2 Convection
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