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Why do we consider tungsten as a suitable material for making the filament of a bulb?

Tungsten has high resistance and high melting point. So when the filament will glow it can withstand high temperature and emits light without getting melted. So tungsten is considered as a suitable material for making the filament of a bulb.


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