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A conductor is a material that conducts electricity through it. Resistors main job is to oppose the flow of electrons through a conducting material. Resistivity can be understood in detail with the help of Ohm's Law.

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Define the 'potential difference between the ends of a conductor'?

Potential difference between the ends of a conductor refers to the electrical energy difference per unit charge between two points in the conductor. It is commonly known as voltage and is measured in volts. A potential difference is necessary for the flow of electric current in a conductor.


What is the phase difference between the current through the resistor and inductor in an AC circuit?

The phase difference between the current through the resistor and inductor in an AC circuit is 90 degrees.


Is a resistor considered a conductor?

No, a resistor is not considered a conductor. Resistors are components that impede the flow of electric current, while conductors allow electric current to flow easily.


What causes a resistor to heat up?

The current through a resistor or for that matter any conducting medium is caused by flow of electrons. These electrons do not flow like a stream through the resistor or conductor but undergo repeated collisions with the vibrating atoms of the resistor, transferring their kinetic energy to them. This in turn increases the vibrational energy of the atoms and manifest itself as heat in the resistor/ conductor. In turn this results in reduced drift velocity of the electrons resulting in reducing the current , thus acting as a Resistor.


What is the difference between a good conductor and a por conductor?

A good conductor allows electricity to flow easily through it, such as metals like copper. A poor conductor, or insulator, restricts the flow of electricity, such as rubber or glass.

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