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In winter an iron pipe feels colder than a wooden window frame. Why is this?

Correct answer D. Non-Conductor

Explanation

Wood is a poor conductor (non-conductor) of heat, so it draws little heat from the hand, while iron conducts heat away quickly and feels colder.

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