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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Chemistry

Chapter

Physical: Electro Chemistry

Question:
Which of the following shows electrical conduction?
Options:
Sodium
Potassium
Diamond
Graphite
Correct Answer:
Graphite
Explanation:
Graphite has delocalized electrons, just like metals. These electrons are free to move between the layers in graphite, so graphite can conduct electricity. This makes graphite useful for electrodes in batteries and electrolysis. The forces between the layers in graphite are weak.