Which category of elements is commonly used to make computer chips and solar cells due to their ability to conduct electricity only under certain conditions?

Which category of elements is commonly used to make computer chips and solar cells due to their ability to conduct electricity only under certain conditions?

Which category of elements is commonly used to make computer chips and solar cells due to their ability to conduct electricity only under certain conditions?




a. metals
b. metalloids
c. nonmetals
d. noble gases




Answer: B