Nonconducting (Adjective)
Meaning
Not able to conduct heat or electricity or sound.
Classification
All adjective clusters.
Examples
- Plastic is a nonconducting material that prevents electricity from flowing through it.
- A nonconducting gas, such as nitrogen or oxygen, can reduce heat transfer.
- Wood is generally a nonconducting material when it comes to electricity.
- Some materials are naturally nonconducting to sound waves, such as acoustic foams.
- Fiberglass is a nonconducting insulation that prevents heat transfer through walls.