Question
Based on properties of elements in the periodic table, which element is the best conductor of thermal energy?
1. Po
2. V
3. Ge
4. Ar
1. Po
2. V
3. Ge
4. Ar
Answers
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The best conductor of thermal energy among the elements listed is Vanadium (V).
Here's a brief overview of the thermal conductivity of the elements mentioned:
1. **Polonium (Po)**: This is a metalloid with relatively poor thermal conductivity.
2. **Vanadium (V)**: This is a transition metal and has good thermal conductivity compared to many other elements.
3. **Germanium (Ge)**: This is a semiconductor and while it has decent thermal conductivity, it is lower than that of metals like vanadium.
4. **Argon (Ar)**: As a noble gas, argon has very low thermal conductivity.
Therefore, among the options given, Vanadium (V) is the best conductor of thermal energy.
Here's a brief overview of the thermal conductivity of the elements mentioned:
1. **Polonium (Po)**: This is a metalloid with relatively poor thermal conductivity.
2. **Vanadium (V)**: This is a transition metal and has good thermal conductivity compared to many other elements.
3. **Germanium (Ge)**: This is a semiconductor and while it has decent thermal conductivity, it is lower than that of metals like vanadium.
4. **Argon (Ar)**: As a noble gas, argon has very low thermal conductivity.
Therefore, among the options given, Vanadium (V) is the best conductor of thermal energy.