Elements Of Physical Chemistry
Elements Of Physical Chemistry
7th Edition
ISBN: 9780198727873
Author: ATKINS, P. W. (peter William), De Paula, Julio
Publisher: Oxford University Press
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Chapter 15, Problem 15.2DQ
Interpretation Introduction

Interpretation:

The properties of metallic conductors, semiconductors and insulators has to be identified in terms of band theory and also the reason for why graphite is an electronic conductor and diamond an insulator has to be identified.

Concept Introduction:

Band theory:

Band theory is a quantum model in solid state which gives the possible energies for electrons in a solid and gives understanding of electrical conductivity.

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