Explain why materials such as plastic foam, feathers, and fur are poor conductors of thermal energy.

Asked by Dr. John Carmen 12 years ago 1/9/2013 1:39 AM

Last updated by anonymous 11 years ago 5/13/2014 1:13 PM

Answered by Dr. John Carmen 12 years ago 1/9/2013 9:53 PM

All of these materials contain small pockets of air, which does not conduct heat well.

Answered by anonymous 11 years ago 5/13/2014 1:13 PM

the thing that is around you can help out with the heat and the cold you just have to now what to do with it.