What are insulators? Define on the basis of atomic structure. Give four examples of insulators.

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The substances or materials which have very few free electrons, such that they do not easily drift from one end to the other end, when potential difference is applied are called insulators.
The examples of insulators are Mica, glass wool, wood, shellac, sealing wax are all examples of insulators.

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