Question

Which of the following would be a good use for a nonmetal? handle of frying pan electrical wires structural components in buildings coinage

Answer 1

Handle of frying pan would be a good use for a nonmetal. A nonmetal is neither a good thermal insulator nor a good electrical conductor. Because it is neither, it can be use as a semiconductor. It does not absorb heat that much that is why it is best in insulating.

Answer 2

Answer: Option (a) is the correct answer.

Explanation:

Non-metals are the substance which are electron deficient in nature. They are also brittle and bad conductors of heat and electricity.

Whereas electrical wires, structural components in buildings, and coinage requires good conductors of heat and electricity. Therefore, metals being good conductors of heat and electricity are suitable for them.

Hence, we can conclude that handle of frying pan would be a good use for a non-metal.