Ametal pot feels hot to the touch, but the plastic handle does not. which type of material is the plastic handle? a. a thermal insulator, because it transfers heat easily b. a thermal conductor, because it does not transfer heat easily c. a thermal conductor, because it transfers heat easily d. a thermal insulator, because it does not transfer heat easily

Option (D)

Explanation:

There are two types of materials.

1. Conductors: The materials which can allow the heat to pass through it are called conductors. For example, iron, copper, etc.

2. Insulators: The materials which do not heat to pass through it are called insulators. For example, plastic, wood, rubber, etc.

Here plastic handle does not feel hot because it is an insulator and it does not allow to pass the heat through it.