Electrical properties define how materials respond to an electric field, making them crucial in electronics, electrical engineering, and various industrial applications. Understanding these properties helps in selecting the right materials for electrical circuits, insulation, and power transmission. Conductive vs. Insulating Materials  Key Electrical Properties of Materials 1. Conductivity (σ) and Resistivity (ρ) Conductivity (σ) measures a material’s ability to allow the flow of electric current. High conductivity materials like copper, silver, and gold are used in electrical wiring and circuits. Electrical Conductivity in Metals electrical conductivity, free electron movement, metal conductivity, electricity in metals Resistivity (ρ) is the inverse of conductivity and defines how much a material resists electric current. Rubber, glass, and ceramics have high resistivity and are used as insulators. Resistivity & Conductivity resistivity vs. conductivity, temperat...