Electrical Properties

Electrical properties refer to how materials respond to electric fields and currents. Key properties include conductivity (how easily a material allows electricity to flow), resistivity (how much a material resists electric flow), and capacitance (the ability to store electrical energy). Conductors, like copper, have high conductivity, while insulators, like rubber, resist electric flow. Semiconductors, like silicon, have variable conductivity based on conditions, making them essential in electronics. Understanding these properties is crucial for designing circuits and devices, as they determine how materials will behave in various electrical applications.