USCG USCG Electrical
Set 1 • Question #25 of 142
Launch Interactive Practice Room A semiconductor that decreases in resistance with an increase in temperature is known as a __________.
A
resistor
B
thermistor
✓ Correct Answer
C
diode
D
thermopile
USCG NMC Regulatory Explanation
In USCG Marine Electrical Systems (IEEE 45 and 46 CFR), regarding 'A semiconductor that decreases in resistance with an increase in temperature is known as a', the compliant technical standard is: 'thermistor'.
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