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Target Exam

CUET

Subject

Physics

Chapter

Current Electricity

Question:

Which of the following solids have the negative temperature coefficient of resistance?

Options:

Metals

Insulators

Semiconductors

Both insulators and semiconductors

Correct Answer:

Both insulators and semiconductors

Explanation:

Both insulators and semiconductors are having a negative temperature coefficient of resistance meaning that with increase in temperature their resistivity decreases and conductivity increases.