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TeachMeFinance.com - explain Insulation Insulation The term 'Insulation' as it applies to the area of energy can be defined as ' Any material or substance that provides a high resistance to the flow of heat from one surface to another. The different types include blanket or batt, foam, or loose fill, which areused to reduce heat transfer by conduction. Dead air space is an insulating medium in storm windows and storms as it reduces passage of heat through conduction and convection. Reflective materials are used to reduce heat transfer by radiation'. Previous 5 Terms: Instream uses instructional television fixed service (itfs) Instrument Flight Rules Instrument Shelter Instrumentation Next 5 Terms: Insulation around heating and-or cooling ducts Insulation around hot-water pipes Insulation around water heater Insulator Insurer About the author Mark McCracken Author: Mark McCracken is a corporate trainer and author living in Higashi Osaka, Japan. He is the author of thousands of online articles as well as the Business English textbook, "25 Business Skills in English". Copyright © 2005-2011 by Mark McCracken, All Rights Reserved. TeachMeFinance.com is an informational website, and should not be used as a substitute for professional medical, legal or financial advice. Information presented at TeachMeFinance.com is provided on an "AS-IS" basis. Please read the disclaimer for details.