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The resistivity simulation is the free Interactive Practicals example. Take measurements, analyse the graph and calculate your own value of resistivity.

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Practice: Determining the resistivity of a wire

CCEA 1210 — this practical matches your selected course; the questions check the method, data handling and practical skills.

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Question 1 · 1 mark · Foundation · Practical · Diagnostic

What is the gradient of a graph of R against L for a uniform wire?

Question 2 · 3 marks · Standard · Practical · Practical method

Try the resistivity experiment

Practice: Determining the resistivity of a wire

What is the gradient of a graph of R against L for a uniform wire?

Explain why the gradient method is better than calculating ρ from one length.