JAMB Physics 2011 Question 49

Question 49

Current Electricity

Which of the following materials has an increase in resistance with temperature?

  1. A.Wood.
  2. B.Electrolyte.
  3. C.Water.
  4. D.Metals.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: D (Metals.)

Explanation

In metals the atoms vibrate more when heated and obstruct the free electrons more, so resistance rises with temperature.