a. A silver wire has a total length of 1250 inches and a cross-sectional area of 4 inches by 5 inches. Find the resistance of the silver wire. b. If the resistance of the silver wire obtained in item "a" is at 35°C, find its new resistance if the temperature will be at 50°C and 110'c. What do these values mean?

a. A silver wire has a total length of 1250 inches and a cross-sectional area of 4 inches by 5 inches. Find the resistance of the silver wire. b. If the resistance of the silver wire obtained in item "a" is at 35°C, find its new resistance if the temperature will be at 50°C and 110'c. What do these values mean?

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Chapter12: Batteries And Other Sources Of Electricity

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