What is a Good Conductor of Electricity?

Every material is unique and has distinct qualities and characteristics. Electrons, which are charged electrically, are present in some materials. Specific locations on the material are charged with electrons, which cause the electrons to travel and cause electricity to flow through it. Conductivity is the property of a material that allows electricity to flow through it. Materials are categorized as conductors, insulators, or superconductors based on their conductivity.

A good conductor of electricity is characterized by a relatively simple electron flow. Silver, in particular, is a good electrical conductor in metals.

Types of Good Conductors of Electricity

• Metals: Silver, Copper, and Gold are some of the top metal conductors. Although it has a little lower conductivity than copper, aluminum is still among the greatest electrical conductors. It is most frequently used in conjunction with copper in the internal wiring of homes.
• Non-Metal: There are certain non-metals that are excellent electrical conductors. For instance, graphite, which is made of carbon, is a particularly effective conductor of electricity. Only three of the four carbon atoms are employed for bonding when looking at the graphite structure. 
• Ionic conductors: Ionic conductors are conductors that exist in solution form. As an ionic solution and effective conductor of electricity, saltwater is one example.
• Semiconductors: Although semiconductors are not as good at conducting electricity as conductors, they still have their uses. Examples of semiconductors are Germanium (Ge) and Silicon (Si).