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No, gold is not the best conductor. At room temperature, silver is a slightly better conductor. The best electrical conductors are the so-called superconductors, which are materials that only exhibit the property of superconductivity at very low (cryogenic) temperatures. When exhibiting the property of superconductivity, they have a resistance of zero.

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Does silver or gold conduct electricity better?

Silver is the best electrical conductor between metals.


Is gold a semiconductor?

No, gold is not a semiconductor. Gold is a metal and is known for its excellent electrical conductivity, unlike semiconductors which have properties that fall between those of conductors and insulators.


Is gold a poor conductor of heat and electricity?

Gold is a good conductor of electricity but a poor conductor of heat. This is due to its high electrical conductivity resulting from its high electron mobility. However, gold's ability to conduct heat is lower compared to other metals like copper or aluminum due to its high density and low specific heat capacity.


Which would be the best insulator carbon or silicon or aluminum or oxygen?

Oxygen. Carbon as diamond is a good electrical insulator, (graphite is an electrical conductor), silicon is a semiconductor so has limited electrical conductivity and aluminium is a metal and a good electrical conductor.


What is a good conductor?

Gold, silver, and copper are a few. Anything with free electrons will conduct to one degree or another. An aluminum ladder placed against a power line will work very well too.===============================================================Silver is the best conductor. Copper is second. Gold is third. Aluminum is fourth, and is still good enough to be used in electric lines. Mercury is about half way down the list of elements, and is still good enough to be used in mercury switches.Here is a list of conductorssilvercoppergoldaluminumironsteelbrassbronzemercurygraphitedirty waterconcrete

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What chemical element is the best electrical conductor?

Gold and Silver


Why is gold used in a cell phone?

It is the 3rd best electrical conductor


Is gold an electrical conductor?

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What matrial is a good electrical conductor?

Silver is the best electrical conductor. Copper is second. Gold is third. Aluminum is a good conductor but not for house wiring. It is used for high tension wires.


What is the best conductor for electrical currents?

Best for what - gold, silver, copper, and aluminum all have advantages.


What can gold be used for in modern day?

Coins, jewelry and electronic connections. Gold is the best electrical conductor and does not tarnish.


Why is silver used in a mobile phone?

it is used because it is the best electrical conductor then copper then gold


Does silver or gold conduct electricity better?

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What object is the best electrical conductor?

Silver is considered the best electrical conductor among metals due to its high conductivity. However, materials like copper and gold also exhibit good conductivity and are commonly used in electrical applications.


Is a gold ring a good conductor of eletricity?

Gold is a good conductor of electricity, but it may not be the best choice for electrical applications due to its high cost and softness. Materials like copper and aluminum are more commonly used for their cost-effectiveness and durability in electrical conductivity.


Is gold a good electrical insulator?

No! Its an excellent conductor.


Is gold a conductor or non conductor?

gold is not the best conductor of electricity , silver is actually a better conductor than gold.