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Through a metallic conductor electric current is thought to be a movement of

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Ions
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Amperes
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Electrons
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Protons
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Solution

The correct option is C Electrons
Protons being inside nucleus are immobile, so they do not take part in conduction.
And as we know, in metals outer electrons are loosely held which is more likely to participate in conduction.

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