Which materials would be the best insulators for a handle on a pot or pan that is used on the stove?

Question

a
wood or rubber
b
wood or steel
c
metal or rubber
d
copper or steel

Answer 1

The best insulators for a handle on a pot or pan that is used on the stove would be materials that have low thermal conductivity to minimize heat transfer. Based on the options given, the best choices would be either wood or rubber (option a) as they are both poor conductors of heat.