If the Electronic Structure of a Solid Substance Consists of a Valence

question 52

Multiple Choice

If the electronic structure of a solid substance consists of a valence band that is completely filled with electrons and there is a large energy gap to the next set of orbitals,then this substance will be a(n) ________.

• A)alloy
• B)insulator
• C)conductor
• D)semiconductor
• E)nonmetal

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