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Copper is an excellent conductor
CHEMISTRY · Subjective · A Level · Chemistry · Bonding · Bonding
Problem
Copper is an excellent conductor, whereas the alloy brass (≈70 % Cu, 30 % Zn by mass) conducts more poorly. Using the metallic-bonding model, provide a brief explanation for why adding zinc to copper decreases the alloy’s electrical conductivity.
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