Resistivity

Electrical Resistivity

Electrical resistivity (also known as resistivity, specific electrical resistance, or volume resistivity) is an intrinsic property that quantifies how strongly a given material opposes the flow of electric current. A low resistivity indicates a material that readily allows the movement of electric charge. Resistivity is commonly represented by the Greek letter $\rho$ (rho).

SI Unit: ohm-meter ($\Omega \cdot m$)

Supplementary Details

Electrical conductivity or specific conductance is the reciprocal of electrical resistivity, and measures a material's ability to conduct an electric current. Its SI unit is siemens per meter ( $\frac{S}{m}$ ).