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Conductivity is the

Correct answer: B. reciprocal of resistivity

  • A. reciprocal of current density
  • B. reciprocal of resistivity
  • C. reciprocal of resistance
  • D. same as current

Explanation

Conductivity (σ) is the reciprocal of resistivity (ρ), which is a measure of how strongly a material opposes the flow of electric current. Conductivity is defined as σ=1/ ρ .Incorrect options: (a) Current density (J) is related to the flow of current through a given area, but it is not directly related to conductivity.(c) Resistance (R) is the opposition to the flow of current, but conductivity is the reciprocal of resistivity, not resistance.(d) Conductivity is not the same as current; they are different concepts.

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