Can Plasma Conduct Electricity?

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Plasma can conduct electricity, but its efficiency compared to solid conductors is limited due to stability issues. Discharge tubes utilize plasma for conduction, yet they generate light and other radiation, which hampers transport efficiency. Overcoming these stability challenges is crucial for enhancing plasma's conductivity in practical applications.

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My question is can plasma be used to conduct electricity as efficiently as a solid conductor? I know stability is an issue , but can it be overcome.
 
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Common as discharge tubes are based on conduction by plasma.
Light or other radiation is generated so the transport is not efficient.
 

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