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The insulating ability of an insulator with the presence of moisture would

The insulating ability of an insulator with the presence of moisture would decrease.

Detailed Explanation

The insulating ability of an insulator depends on various factors:

  • Thickness of insulator
  • Material of insulator
  • Surrounding conditions
  • Temperature difference

Generally, air packets are present in porous insulating materials.

Since water which is a more conductive material is replacing air which is a less conductive material, so the overall insulating ability of the insulator will decrease. Most insulators are porous in nature.

If it has been about Non-porous insulators then the insulating ability will remain unaffected.