MCQ
Constantan wire is used in making standard resistances because its.
- ASpecific resistance is low
- BDensity is high
- ✓Temperature coefficient of resistance is negligible
- DMelting point is high
✓
Answer
Correct option: C.
Temperature coefficient of resistance is negligible
Temperature coefficient of resistance is negligible
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