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Mica188

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Hi,

I want to clarify an equation. The resistance is given by

R = rho * L /A, this is valided in a conductor. Can we use it to calculate for a dielectric material.

Thanks,

Mica

 
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If you have a valid bulk resistivity for the dielectric...

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