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Which is the least conductor of heat?


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  • Metals seem to be the most conductive materials, while insulators (ceramics, wood, and plastics) are the least.
  • The lead conductor of heat is lead.
  • Lead Pb is a highly malleable white shiny metal with a soft texture.
  • Lead is particularly bad at conducting heat because it quickly interacts with the atmosphere to generate lead oxide.
  • As a consequence, lead is the least heat conductor.

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