Question 296Electricity/Electronics - Assistant Engineer70% to pass
Why is copper often used as an electrical conductor?
AI Explanation
The correct answer is B) is able to pass current with little opposition.
Copper is an excellent electrical conductor because it has a low electrical resistance, allowing it to pass current with little opposition. This low resistance is due to copper's high electrical conductivity, which is a measure of how easily electrons can flow through the material. The high conductivity of copper is a result of its atomic structure, which allows electrons to move freely through the material.
The other answer choices are incorrect. A) holds insulation together well is not a key property of copper that makes it a good electrical conductor. C) has high resistance at low temperatures is the opposite of copper's actual behavior, as its resistance decreases at lower temperatures. D) has a highly polished surface is not a relevant factor for copper's use as an electrical conductor.
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