The temperature of germanium is decreased from room temperature to 100 K, the resistance of germanium
A. decreases
B. increases
C. remains unaffected
D. depends on external conditions
A. decreases
B. increases
C. remains unaffected
D. depends on external conditions
Correct Answer – B
Germanium is a semiconductor and possesses negative temperature coefficient. Therefore, when temperature of germanium is decreased, it resistance increases.