Chemistry: A Molecular Approach (3rd Edition)

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Chapter 11 - Sections 11.1-11.13 - Exercises - Problems by Topic - Page 540: 115

Answer

Zn(s) has little or no band gap

Work Step by Step

Zn(s) is a metal. In metals, the energy difference between the bottom of the conduction band and top of the valence band is extremely small. Zinc has little or no band gap.
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