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PHY 102 Test Compilation PHY 102 14 Objective Question
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The energy band in which free electrons exist is
Options
A first band
B second band
C conduction band
Correct Answer
D valence band
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

In solid-state physics, the conduction band is the energy band where electrons are free to move and conduct electricity. The valence band contains electrons that are bound to atoms.

Hint

Think about what 'conduction' means in terms of electron movement within a material.

Question Info

Course: PHY 102
Topic: Test Compilation PHY 102 14
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 1016 of 1819
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