Which is a component of john dalton’s atomic theory? a. the ratio of atoms in a compound is fixed. b. the atoms of different elements are the same. c. an atom is a small particle of matter that can be broken down. d. a reaction can create or destroy atoms as well as rearrange them.

metals are good conductor of electricity. it has free electrons on their surface. according to electron pool theory, each atom present in a metal crystal losses all of its valence electron and as a result a pool of free is form. these pool of electrons are free to move and   conduct electricity easily   while making metal as good conductor.

the correct answer is a. the ability of electrons to flow throughout the metal.

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