Why are cooking utensils often made with a copper bottom?

2025

Why are cooking utensils often made with a copper bottom?

  1. A.

    Copper is a good insulator, preventing heat loss.

  2. B.

    Copper has a low melting point, making it easy to manufacture.

  3. C.

    Copper is a good conductor of heat, ensuring even heating.

  4. D.

    Copper reacts readily with food, enhancing flavor.

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Correct answer: C

Copper is a good conductor of heat, so a copper bottom helps spread heat evenly across the utensil.

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