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PHY 102 Test Compilation PHY 102 18 Objective Question

Question

Which of the following has the least number of valence electrons?
Options
A semiconductor
B insulator
C conductor
Correct Answer
D transition metals
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Conductors (typically metals) usually have very few valence electrons (often 1), which are loosely bound and free to move, unlike insulators/semiconductors.

Hint

Think about which material category has loosely-bound, free-moving valence electrons.

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