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The filament of an electric bulb is made of______________?

Correct answer: C. tungsten

  • A. carbon
  • B. aluminium
  • C. tungsten
  • D. nickel

Explanation

Tungsten is used for incandescent bulb filaments because it has a very high melting point and can withstand intense heating while emitting light. Carbon, aluminium, and nickel are not the standard filament material in ordinary bulbs.

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