Conductors, by definition, can carry charge. If it is not located within the volume, then where is it located?

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 Conductors, by definition, can carry charge. If it is not located within the volume, then where is it 
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Materials through which charge can move or flow freely are termed as the conductors.

Examples- Copper wire.

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