University Physics Volume 2
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Chapter 9, Problem 71AP
A nichrome rod that is 3.00 mm long with a cross sectional area of 1.00 mm2 is used for a digital
thermometer, (a) What is the resistance at room
temperature? (b) What is the resistance at body
temperature?
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