Resistivity in Heat Transfer Formulas

Resistivity is the measure of how strongly a material opposes the flow of current through them. And is denoted by ρ. Resistivity is usually measured using the Ohm Meter for Electric Resistivity. Note that the value of Resistivity is always negative.

Heat Transfer formulas that make use of Resistivity

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FAQ

What is the Resistivity?

Resistivity is the measure of how strongly a material opposes the flow of current through them. Resistivity is usually measured using the Ohm Meter for Electric Resistivity. Note that the value of Resistivity is always negative.

Can the Resistivity be negative?

Yes, the Resistivity, measured in Electric Resistivity can be negative.

What unit is used to measure Resistivity?

Resistivity is usually measured using the Ohm Meter[Ω*m] for Electric Resistivity. Ohm Centimeter[Ω*m], Ohm Inch[Ω*m], Microhm Centimeter[Ω*m] are the few other units in which Resistivity can be measured.

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