Temperature Effects on Materials

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How does temperature affect the conductivity of metals?

As temperature increases, the conductivity of metals typically decreases due to increased electron scattering.

What is thermal expansion?

Thermal expansion is the increase in volume of a material as its temperature rises.

Why do some materials become brittle at lower temperatures?

At low temperatures, materials can become brittle due to reduced atomic movement, preventing deformation before fracture.

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