MDCAT Physics MCQ #510

A copper wire’s resistance increases with temperature. How does a semiconductor resistor behave?

MDCAT Physics MCQ #510

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A copper wire’s resistance increases with temperature. How does a semiconductor resistor behave?

    • A) Resistance increases
    • B) Resistance decreases
    • C) Resistance becomes zero
    • D) Resistance is unaffected

    Answer: Resistance decreases

    Explanation: Semiconductors have negative temperature coefficient. Metals have positive, but this applies to conductors.