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The outer electron shell of an atom is called the valence shell. The electrons in the valence shell are called valence electrons. The valence electrons of most metals are not very well bound to the atom making them good conductors. The kinetic energy of the valence electrons of an element is determined by the amount of valence electrons (less is better, one is optimal) and the distance of the valence electrons from the nucleus. Example: Silver is the best metallic conductor, it has five shells with one electron in it's outer shell, copper has four shells with one electron in it's outer shell. Silver's fifth shell is further away from the nucleus than copper's fourth shell making silver a better conductor even though they both have one valence electron.
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What makes copper so conductive?
It's a metal with one electron in it's valence shell.
What is more conductive lead or copper?
COPPER
Is silver a better conductor of electricity than copper?
no copper is more conductive YES, silver is more conductive than copper.
What property of copper makes it suitable for a saucpan base?
Copper is a suitable saucepan base because it is very thermally conductive, thus allowing efficient heat transfer between the pan and the burner. It is also resistant to oxidation, so that it maintains its conductivity instead of converting to less conductive salts.
Do copper conduct heat better than glass?
Yes, copper is a very conductive metal.
Does aluminum or copper produce more electricity?
Copper is more electrically conductive than aluminum (this is because aluminum forms a monomolecular layer of non-conductive aluminum oxide on its surface).
Which metals are not conductor?
All are conductive iron materials. Gold. copper. Aluminum. Iron. And … . . . . .
How much more thermally conductive are copper pots and pans compared to aluminum or stainless steel?
Copper is amongst the most thermally conductive material on the market. In most cases, copper is too hot for most cooking purposes, which is why aluminum and stainless steel are more popular.
What is a highly conductive metal?
A highly conductive metal is one where the availability of electron flow is high. Examples are copper, silver, aluminum, etc.
Can you use an aluminium wire instead of copper for a simple electrical circuit?
Yes, you can use an aluminum wire. Aluminum does conduct electricity. However, there is a well-known problem with aluminum wire. When exposed to air, the outer layer of aluminum forms a non-conductive oxide. There is resistance to the flow of electricity as it attempts to get through the aluminum oxide coating to the conductive aluminum below. When aluminum wire is used to reduce weight, it is usually welded to another metal that makes a better contact, such as copper. The contact metal is then what is connected.
Which is a better conductor tungsten copper silicon or silver?
Of course, gold and silver, platinum. Even copper and aluminum alloys have better conductivity.
Is aluminum more conductive than copper?
Copper. Alloys of copper are used in most of the electrical wiring indoors and/or outdoors.However, aluminum is used in long-distance high-tension electrical lines because by weight it's a better conductor than copper is (and because it's less expensive and stronger). An aluminum wire needs to be thicker than a copper wire in order to have the same current-carrying capacity. However, even though it's thicker, it weighs less, which means the relatively expensive transmission towers can be spaced further apart without the wire sagging too much.
What makes copper so conductive?
It's a metal with one electron in it's valence shell.
Is aluminum electrically conductive?
Yes...all metals are will conduct electricity.
Is copper a conductive?
YES. I think that it's fair to say that about anything made out of copper is conductive
Is mercury more electrically conductive than copper?
No. Copper is the second most elkectircally conductive of all metals. Silver is the most conductive.
What is more conductive lead or copper?
COPPER
