Practice Resistivity (Specific Resistance) - 8.8 | 8. Current Electricity | ICSE Class 10 Physics
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Question 1

Easy

What is the unit of resistivity?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about how resistance is measured.

Question 2

Easy

What does low resistivity indicate about a material?

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider the flow of electric current.

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Question 1

What is the formula for resistance in terms of resistivity?

  • R = ρ / (l * A)
  • R = ρ * (l / A)
  • R = l / A

πŸ’‘ Hint: Recall the dimensions of the wire.

Question 2

True or False: Resistivity depends on the dimensions of the conductor.

  • True
  • False

πŸ’‘ Hint: Consider what factors resistivity is determined by.

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Challenge Problems

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Question 1

A cylindrical wire made of material X has a resistivity of 2.5 Γ— 10^-8 Ω·m, with a length of 3 m and a diameter of 2 mm. Calculate its resistance.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Convert the diameter to radius for area calculation.

Question 2

Discuss the implications of using a material with high resistivity in home wiring solutions.

πŸ’‘ Hint: Think about the effects on electricity bills and safety.

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