Read the following statements carefully:
$Y:$ The resistivity of a semiconductor decreases with an increase in temperature.
$Z:$ In a conducting solid,the rate of collision between free electrons and ions increases with an increase in temperature.
Select the correct statement from the following:

  • A
    $Y$ is true but $Z$ is false.
  • B
    $Y$ is false but $Z$ is true.
  • C
    Both $Y$ and $Z$ are true.
  • D
    $Y$ is true and $Z$ is the correct reason for $Y$.

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Assertion : The resistivity of a semiconductor increases with temperature.
Reason : The atoms of a semiconductor vibrate with larger amplitude at higher temperatures,thereby increasing its resistivity.

$A$ piece of copper and a piece of germanium are cooled from room temperature to $80 \text{ K}$. Then, which one of the following is correct?

Choose the correct statement. In conductors,

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