Question

Which of the following materials is likely to be the best insulator?

-silver
-phosphorus
-silicon
-calcium

Answer 1

The element most likely to be the best insulator is the worst conductor among the four when you test for their conductivity. The answer among the four options given is 'phosphorus'. I hope this helps you on your assignment. 

Answer 2

Answer: Option (b) is the correct answer.

Step-by-step explanation:

Insulator are the substances which do not conduct electricity. It is known that metals are good conductors of electricity. Whereas non-metals do not conduct electricity.

Out of the given options, silver, and calcium is a metal that means they are good conductors of electricity and are not insulators.

On the other hand, silicon is a metalloid, that is, it shows properties of both metals and non-metals. Hence, it will also show conductivity.

Phosphorus is a non-metal and therefore, it does not conduct electricity. As a result, out f the given options it will act as the best insulator.