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Observation

It is observed that as the temperature of the wire increases, the resistance of the wire also increases but the current flowing in the wire reduces.


Wire temperature °C
Voltage (Volt)
Current (Ampere)
Resistance (ohm)

25
4.5
9.82
0.458

35
4.5
9.43
0.477

45
4.5
9.12
0.493

55
4.5
8.80
0.511

65
4.5
8.50
0.529


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Complexity level:
7
Project cost ($):
20
Time required:
1 hour to prepare, 1 hour for observation
Material availability:
May be obtained from hobby stores, hardware supply shops, home depot etc.
Safety concerns:

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