By definition, superconductors are conductors with zero resistance at

In summary, a superconductor is a material that can conduct electricity with zero resistance at or below its critical temperature. This means that there is no loss of energy when a current is passed through it. The critical temperature varies depending on the material and it differs from regular conductors in that it has zero resistance. Superconductors have practical applications in medical imaging, transportation, energy transmission, and emerging technologies such as quantum computing.
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By definition, superconductors are conductors with zero resistance at low temperatures. Do superconductors exist ideally, i mean whether zero resistance is practically possible?
 
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of course it is.
 
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There are many examples of superconductors, they are more than theory and have been produced for years. The problem is that they are very low temperature. The holy grail of such science is a room-temperature (and higher) superconductor that would be superconductive without the need for extensive cooling facilities.

http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Superconductivity#High-temperature_superconductivity
 
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Thanks to both for responding to my doubt.
 
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Yes, superconductors do exist and they do exhibit zero resistance at low temperatures. This phenomenon is known as superconductivity and it has been observed in various materials such as metals, alloys, and ceramics. However, achieving zero resistance in superconductors is dependent on various factors such as the type of material, temperature, and external magnetic fields. While zero resistance is theoretically possible, it is not always practical to achieve it in all superconducting materials. Ongoing research and advancements in technology are continuously pushing the boundaries of superconductivity and making it more accessible in various applications.
 

1. What is the definition of a superconductor?

A superconductor is a material that has the ability to conduct electricity with zero resistance at or below a certain temperature, known as the critical temperature.

2. What is meant by "zero resistance" in the definition of a superconductor?

Zero resistance means that when a current is passed through a superconductor, there is no loss of energy due to resistance, resulting in a continuous flow of electricity.

3. What is the critical temperature of a superconductor?

The critical temperature of a superconductor is the temperature at which it exhibits zero resistance and becomes superconducting. This temperature varies depending on the material and can range from a few degrees above absolute zero to much higher temperatures.

4. How does a superconductor differ from a regular conductor?

A superconductor differs from a regular conductor in that it has zero resistance and can conduct electricity without any loss of energy, whereas a regular conductor has some level of resistance and results in energy loss as heat.

5. What are some practical applications of superconductors?

Superconductors have a variety of practical applications, including in medical imaging devices such as MRI machines, in high-speed transportation systems like maglev trains, and in energy transmission, where they can reduce energy loss during transmission. They also have potential uses in quantum computing and other advanced technologies.

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