Question
Name the substances used to make a conducting wire, resistive wire and resistor.
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Answer
- A conducting wire is made from metals like copper or aluminium.
- A resistive wire is made from alloys like Nichrome.
- Carbon resistors are made from the proper mixture of graphite and resin (polymer) e.g., sealing-wax, cotton, etc.
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