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Which is a better conductor, iron or mercury?

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The electrical resistivity of iron is `10.0 xx 10^(-8) Omegam` whereas that of mercury is `94.0 xx 10^(-8)Omegam`. As the resistivity of iron is less than that of mercury, iron (Fe) is a better conductor than mercury (Hg).
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