Disorderly Conduction

Disorderly conduction in materials refers to the irregular or chaotic movement of electrical charge carriers, such as electrons, within a substance. Unlike orderly conduction, where charges flow smoothly through a well-defined path, disorderly conduction occurs in materials with structural defects, impurities, or complex compositions. This randomness in the conductive process can lead to unpredictable electrical behavior, making it a critical factor to consider in the design and performance of electronic devices, particularly in semiconductors and conductive polymers.