What happens to resistance at absolute zero?

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In summary, at absolute zero, all materials exhibit zero resistance, meaning that there is no opposition to the flow of electrical current. This phenomenon, known as superconductivity, allows for the passage of electricity without any loss of energy or heat. As temperature increases, resistance also increases, leading to energy loss and heat production. This property is crucial for various applications, such as magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and power transmission, and continues to be a subject of ongoing research in the field of physics.
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I was preparing for my first year viva, and thought I should ask myself questions that may come up; to test my understanding. My PhD is on superconductivity, and I thought "what happens to the resistance of an object as it approaches absolute zero?". I found some really funny answers to this question here, and couldn't help but sign up!
 
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