Which metal is the best conductor of electricity at room temperature?

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Dear Student ,
Silver is the best conductor of electricity at room temperature
Silver also has the highest thermal conductivity and the highest light reflectance.
Copper and gold are used in electrical applications because copper is less
expensive and gold has a much higher corrosion resistance .

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