Electrical Conductivity
Definition
Electrical conductivity refers to the ability of a material to conduct electric current. It is a measure of how easily electrons can flow through a substance.
Related terms
Resistivity: Resistivity is the opposite of electrical conductivity and measures how much a material resists the flow of electric current.
Superconductor: A superconductor is a material with zero electrical resistance, allowing for perfect conduction of electricity.
Semiconductor: A semiconductor is a material that has intermediate electrical conductivity between conductors and insulators. It can be controlled to behave as either an insulator or conductor by adding impurities or applying voltage.
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