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In summary, the ease of losing valence electrons affects the conductivity of a substance. This also applies to reactivity, as atoms with only 7 electrons in their outermost shell are more likely to react by losing their valence electron to another atom. However, the overall conductivity of a substance depends on how well electrons can pass through it, as seen in the example of Aluminum which has 3 valence electrons. Gold, on the other hand, is highly conductive but not reactive, showing that these two characteristics are not directly related.
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Also relate to its reactivty? Because I heard that the easier something loses valence e-, the more conductive it is. This also applies to reactivity, because if an atom has its outermost shell filled by only 7 electrons, it would be reactive, and react by losing the valence electron to another atom. So if we have a whole piece of matter, let's say Aluminum, which has 3 valence electrons, all the atoms will share valence electrons readily because they are reactive, but current depends on how well electrons pass through the matter. I don't understand.
 
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Consider gold; quite conductive but not reactive. Two different characteristics and not directly related.
 

1. Does the conductivity of something depend on its temperature?

Yes, the conductivity of a material is affected by its temperature. Generally, as the temperature increases, the conductivity also increases. However, this relationship may vary depending on the material and its properties.

2. Is conductivity a measure of how well something conducts electricity?

Yes, conductivity is a measure of how well a material allows the flow of electric current. A high conductivity material will allow electricity to pass through it easily, while a low conductivity material will inhibit the flow of electricity.

3. Can the conductivity of a substance be changed?

Yes, the conductivity of a material can be changed by altering its physical or chemical properties. For example, adding impurities or changing the temperature can affect the conductivity of a substance.

4. What units are used to measure conductivity?

Conductivity is typically measured in siemens per meter (S/m) or mho per meter (mho/m). These units represent the inverse of resistance and are used to measure the ease of electric current flow through a material.

5. How does the structure of a material affect its conductivity?

The structure of a material can greatly affect its conductivity. Materials with a more organized and regular structure, such as metals, tend to have higher conductivity due to the ease of electron movement. In contrast, materials with a more disorganized structure, such as polymers, have lower conductivity due to the difficulty of electron movement.

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