Question

Silver is a better conductor of electricity than copper. Suggest a reason copper is used instead of sliver to conduct electricity in our homes

Answer 1

Answer:

Copper and Silver Are Most Common

Silver is the best conductor of electricity because it contains a higher number of movable atoms (free electrons).

Answer 2

Answer:

Although silver is a better conductor of electricity than copper, still it is not used to conduct electricity in our homes because it is very expensive compared to the widely used wiring material copper.

Explanation:

Another reason for not using silver is, it oxidizes easily and tarnishes when it comes in contact with air.