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PHY 102 Last Minute Prep Objective Question

Question

The resistance of pure metals
Options
A Increases with an increase in temperature
Correct Answer
B Decreases with an increase in temperature
C Remains the same with an increase in temperature
D None of the above
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Pure metals have a positive temperature coefficient of resistance. Their resistance increases with increasing temperature.

Hint

How does temperature affect the resistance of conductors?

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