Low thermal conductivity of heat insulating materials is due to its – McqOptions

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1.	Low thermal conductivity of heat insulating materials is due to its
A.	Dense structure
B.	High proportion of air space
C.	High specific heat
D.	None of these
Answer» C. High specific heat

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