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Which of the following variety of copper has the best conductivity ?

Correct answer: C. Pure annealed copper

  • A. Induction hardened copper
  • B. Hard drawn copper
  • C. Pure annealed copper
  • D. Copper containing traces of silicon

Explanation

Pure annealed copper has the highest conductivity because it contains very few resistivity-increasing impurities and has a soft, recrystallised structure. Hard drawing and alloying introduce effects that increase resistance.

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