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What is the meaning of zero resistivity in superconductors? I mean, what's the cause of zero resistivity in superconductors?
Zero resistivity in superconductors is a phenomenon in which certain materials, when cooled below a critical temperature, exhibit no resistance to the flow of electrical current.
Zero resistivity in superconductors is caused by the formation of Cooper pairs, which are pairs of electrons that are able to move through the material without any resistance.
The critical temperature for zero resistivity in superconductors varies depending on the material, but it is typically below 20 Kelvin (-253.15°C or -423.67°F).
The lack of resistance in superconductors makes them useful for a variety of applications, such as in MRI machines, particle accelerators, and power transmission lines.
One major challenge in achieving zero resistivity in superconductors is the need for extremely low temperatures, which can be expensive and difficult to maintain. Additionally, the materials used in superconductors are often brittle and difficult to work with.