Why are free electrons names so?

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These free electrons are named so because they move around freely without being attached to the nucleus.
These electrons do not experience any electromagnetic force.
These free electrons move through the substance and are responsible for carrying electric current and heat.

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Why are free electrons names so?

These free electrons are named so because they move around freely without being attached to the nucleus. These electrons do not experience any electromagnetic force.These free electrons move through the substance and are responsible for carrying electric current and heat.

These free electrons are named so because they move around freely without being attached to the nucleus.
These electrons do not experience any electromagnetic force.
These free electrons move through the substance and are responsible for carrying electric current and heat.