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Dimensions of electrical resistance are

Options

A

[ML²T⁻³A⁻¹]

B

[ML²T⁻³A⁻²]

C

[ML³T³A⁻²]

D

[ML⁻¹T³A⁻²]

Correct Answer :

[ML²T⁻³A⁻²]

Solution :

The correct option is [ML²T⁻³A⁻²].

To find the dimensional formula of electrical resistance (R), we can use Ohm's Law:
V=IR
Therefore, resistance is given by:
R=VI

Here, V is the potential difference (voltage) and I is the electric current. The dimensional formula for current I is represented by [A].

Next, we determine the dimensional formula for potential difference (V). Potential difference is defined as work done (W) per unit charge (q):
V=Wq

We know that:
1. Work (W) = Force Displacement. The dimensional formula for work is:
[W]=[ML2T-2]
2. Electric charge (q) = Current Time. The dimensional formula for charge is:
[q]=[AT]

Now, substitute these into the expression for potential difference V:
[V]=[ML2T-2][AT]=[ML2T-3A-1]

Finally, substitute the dimensions of V and I back into the formula for resistance R:
[R]=[ML2T-3A-1][A]=[ML2T-3A-2]

Thus, the dimensional formula of electrical resistance is [ML²T⁻³A⁻²].

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