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SI unit of resistivity is:

Correct answer: C. Ω-m

  • A. Ω-m2
  • B. (Ω-m)-3
  • C. Ω-m
  • D. (Ω-m)-1

Explanation

Resistivity (ρ) is a measure of how strongly a material opposes the flow of electric current. It is a property of a material and is given by the formula:ρ = R × A / LWhere:ρ = resistivity of the materialR = resistance of the material (in ohms, Ω)A = cross-sectional area of the material (in square meters, m²)L = length of the material (in meters, m)The SI unit of resistivity is ohm-meter (Ω-m), which is obtained by combining the SI unit of resistance (ohm, Ω) with the SI unit of length (meter, m). Therefore, option C) Ω-m is the correct answer.

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