MCQ
When a potential difference V is applied across a conductor at a temperature T, the drift velocity of electrons is proportional to:
  • A
    $\text{V}$
  • B
    $\sqrt{\text{V}}$
  • C
    $\text{T}$
  • D
    $\sqrt{\text{T}}$

Answer

  1. $\sqrt{\text{V}}$

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