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sorry i moved it to correct forum i rushed in, in my panic
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pmh118 said:conducters can overlap
A band gap is the energy range in a solid material where no electron states are allowed. It is the energy difference between the top of the valence band (where electrons are bound to atoms) and the bottom of the conduction band (where electrons are free to move and conduct electricity).
The value of the band gap in a good conductor is determined by the material's electronic band structure, which is dependent on the arrangement of atoms and their electronic properties. This can be calculated using theoretical models and experimental techniques such as spectroscopy.
The band gap is important in a good conductor because it determines the material's ability to conduct electricity. A smaller band gap allows for more free electrons to move and thus, increases the material's conductivity. A larger band gap means there are fewer free electrons and the material is a poorer conductor.
The definition of a "good" band gap in a conductor can vary depending on the application. In general, a smaller band gap (less than 3 eV) is desirable for good conductivity, but this also depends on other factors such as the material's crystal structure and temperature.
The value of the band gap affects a conductor's properties by determining its ability to conduct electricity, as well as other properties such as thermal conductivity and optical properties. A larger band gap can also make a material more resistant to changes in temperature and other external factors.