Resistivity (Noun)
Meaning
A material's opposition to the flow of electric current; measured in ohms.
Classification
Nouns denoting natural phenomena.
Examples
- The electrical resistivity of a material can be found by dividing its electrical resistance by the length of the conductor and multiplying by the cross-sectional area.
- Researchers compared the resistivity of pure copper and copper alloys to determine which material would be best suited for electrical wiring.
- Copper has a relatively low resistivity compared to many other metals, which makes it a popular choice for use in electrical circuits.
- The resistivity of the metal changed as it was heated, and it began to conduct electricity with greater efficiency.
- Materials with low resistivity allow for more efficient energy transfer and are commonly used in high-performance electronics and electrical systems.