GS PrelimsScience and TechnologyGeneral Science2007

Which one of the following non-metals is not a poor conductor of electricity?

A

Sulphur

B

Selenium

C

Bromine

D

Phosphorus

Correct Answer: Option B

Explanation

1. Non-metals are generally poor conductors of electricity (insulators). 2. Sulphur, Bromine, and Phosphorus are typical non-metals and poor conductors. 3. Selenium is a metalloid or non-metal (depending on classification) which exhibits photoconductivity and is a semiconductor. Its conductivity increases when exposed to light and is generally better than typical non-metals, though still much lower than metals. Among the options, it is the least poor conductor (or not a poor conductor in a relative sense).

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