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what is the most conductive metal


satyendragupta9898 9th Dec, 2020
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Srivani Vadde 9th Dec, 2020

Hello

The most conductive metals are silver,copper,gold,zinc,nickel,platinum.silver is the most conductive metal because it has highest electrical conductivity of all metals.Hope this information helps you.

All the best

Parmeshwar Suhag 9th Dec, 2020

Dear student,

Conductivity plays a vital role in many industries, including electronics, aerospace and telecommunications. Some most conductive materials are listed below, alongwith their percentage of conductivity.

  • Silver ( pure ) : 105%
  • Copper : 100%
  • Gold ( pure ) : 70%
  • Aluminium  : 61%
  • Brass : 28%
  • Zinc : 27%
  • Nickel : 22%

Overall, silver is the best conductor of electricity, followed by copper and gold.

Hope this helps.

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