Electronics and Communication Engineering - Electronic Devices and Circuits - Discussion

Discussion Forum : Electronic Devices and Circuits - Section 16 (Q.No. 3)
3.
Which of the following has highest resistivity?
Mica
Paraffin wax
Air
Mineral oil
Answer: Option
Explanation:
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Discussion:
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Ashish Gorad said:   2 years ago
There make a Gap in between a condutor, right?

Kelechi said:   4 months ago
Correct answer should be B.

Here's the approximate resistivity of each material:
* Air: 1.3 times 10^{16} - 3.3times 10^{16} Ω.
* Paraffin wax: 10^{13} - 10^{17} Ω.
* Mica: 9 times 10^{13} Ω.
* Mineral oil: Around 10^{13} Ω (for new oil, can decrease significantly with use).

Comparing these values, paraffin wax generally has the highest resistivity, with its upper range potentially exceeding that of air.

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