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Which of the following high resistance materials has the highest operating temperature ?

Correct answer: A. Kanthal

  • A. Kanthal
  • B. Manganin
  • C. Nichrome
  • D. Eureka

Explanation

Kanthal is an iron-chromium-aluminium resistance alloy capable of operating at very high temperatures, generally higher than Nichrome, Manganin, or Eureka. Its high-temperature capability makes it useful in heating elements.

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