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When a circuit gets cold, the electrical resistance of the components may increase. This increased resistance can lead to a decrease in current flow through the circuit as Ohm's Law states that current is inversely proportional to resistance. Additionally, some materials, like semiconductors, may exhibit changes in conductivity with temperature, affecting current flow as well.

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