Electrical Resistance
Definition
Electrical resistance is the property of a material to oppose the flow of electric current. It is caused by collisions between moving electrons and atoms in the material.
Related terms
Ohm's Law: States that the current flowing through a conductor is directly proportional to the voltage applied across it and inversely proportional to its resistance.
Superconductivity: A phenomenon where certain materials exhibit zero electrical resistance at very low temperatures.
Resistivity: The inherent property of a material that determines its resistance per unit length and cross-sectional area.
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AP Physics 2 - 3.3 Conservation of Electric Charge
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