According to band theory,which one of the following metals is expected to have the highest melting point?
A)Cd
B)Cr
C)Hg
D)Zn

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According to band theory, metals with a high number of valence electrons and a small atomic radius have a higher melting point. Chromium has a high number of valence electrons (6) and a small atomic radius, making it the metal with the highest melting point among the options given.

According to Band Theory,which One of the Following Metals Is