Question

Which statement best describes plastics? plastics are poor insulators because the electrons in the atom are tightly bound and unable to move between other atoms. poor insulators because the electrons are able to move freely between the different energy levels within the atom. good insulators because their atoms have a single loosely bound electron in the outer shell that can move freely between other atoms. good insulators because they have electrons that are tightly bound in their shells which makes them unable to move between other atoms?

Answer 1

it is D) good insulator because they have electrons...

Answer 2

Answer:

good insulators because they have electrons that are tightly bound in their shells which makes them unable to move between other atoms

Explanation:

In terms of electrical conduction there are almost no free electrons which does not allow the flow of electricity this makes plastic an electrical insulator.

In terms of heat conduction in plastics due to the lack of a free electrons and the electrons are not able to vibrate. Thermal conduction takes place better if vibrations are transmitted easily.