Step 1: Definition of Resistivity.
Resistivity is a property of materials that quantifies how strongly they oppose the flow of electric current. The SI unit of resistivity is Ohm-meter (Ω⋅m), where Ohm is the unit of resistance and meter is the unit of length.
Step 2: Formula and Explanation.
Resistivity (\( \rho \)) is related to resistance (\( R \)) as:
\[
R = \rho \frac{L}{A}
\]
where \( L \) is the length and \( A \) is the cross-sectional area. Hence, the SI unit of resistivity is Ohm-meter (Ω⋅m).