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Which of the following is likely the best electrical insulator? carbon silicon aluminum oxygen
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Which of the following is likely the best electrical insulator? carbon silicon aluminum oxygen
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Silicon is the best electrical insulator. This is why newer electrical cables are wrapped in silicon or material like it to prevent shocks to the user and preventing short circuits.
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silicon is a better insulator because aluminum is medal
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