Resistance is the property of a material that opposes the flow of electricity. It is measured in ohms.
The higher the resistance of a material, the more difficult it is for electricity to flow through it. For example, copper has a low resistance, so electricity flows through it easily. Rubber has a high resistance, so electricity does not flow through it easily.
Resistance is important in electrical circuits. It is used to control the flow of electricity and to protect circuits from damage.
The material has a high resistance to heat.
Noun:
The word "resistance" comes from the Latin word "resistere", which means "to stand against".
The first recorded use of the word "resistance" in English was in the 14th century.
What is resistance?
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