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If the temperature coefficient of resistance of a material is negative, then the material is ?

A

Metal

B

Alloy

C

Semiconductor or insulator

D

Electrolytes

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The correct Answer is:
C
Every semi-conductor and insulator has negative temperature coefficient of resistance.
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