Which of the following statements best describes the relationship between atoms and conductivity? (1 point)

Question

• Atoms with many electrons make good insulators.
Atoms with a nearly empty valence shell make good
conductors.
• Atoms with few electrons make good conductors.
• Atoms with a full valence shell make good conductors.

Answer 1

The statement that best describes the relationship between atoms and conductivity is:

Atoms with a nearly empty valence shell make good conductors.

In general, materials that are good conductors (like metals) have atoms with few electrons in their outer shell, which allows electrons to move freely and conduct electricity.