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Conductivity in a metal results from the metal atoms having

highly mobile electrons in the valence shell
high electronegativity
high ionization energy
highly mobile protons in the nucleus

Correct Answer: highly mobile electrons in the valence shell

Explanation:

The outer most electrons that are free to move are called valency electrons that are responsible for the conductivity in the metal atoms.

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