Which of the following metals has the highest electrical conductivity?
- AGold
- BSilver
- CCopper
- DIron
- ENone of the above/More than one of the above
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Correct answer: (b) Silver
Explanation
Silver conducts electricity better than any other metal. The order of the common metals is silver > copper > gold > aluminium, with iron much lower.
Copper is used for wiring because it conducts almost as well and costs far less.