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Can you use a copper wire to make the filament of an electric bulb? Why?

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Filament of an electric bulb is made up of conductors that offer high resistance to electric current. Copper wire cannot be used in filaments because it offers very little resistance. ​Tungsten is used for making the filaments as it offers high resistance.

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