Which of the following materials has a negative temperature coefficient of resistance?

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  1. Copper
  2. Aluminium
  3. Carbon
  4. Brass

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Option 3 : Carbon
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  • Temperature coefficient of resistance explains the variation in the resistance by the change in temperature. It is expressed in ohms/ohms°C
  • If it is positive, resistance increases with an increase in temperature.
  • If it is negative, resistance decreases with an increase in temperature.

 

Among the given options, carbon has a negative temperature coefficient.

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Semiconductors have a negative temperature coefficient as well.

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