Why are alloys preferred for heating elements in appliances like toasters?

Subject: General Awareness | Topic: Science | Difficulty: MEDIUM

Options

1. (A) They have a low melting point
2. (B) Because they are good conductors of electricity with low resistivity
3. (C) Because they are electrical insulators
4. (D) Because they have high resistivity and do not get oxidised easily at high temperatures

Verified Answer

Option (D): Because they have high resistivity and do not get oxidised easily at high temperatures

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