Basic Electrical Theory Chapter 1 Final Exam Questions And Complete Answers 2024

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, Because of their light weight, ____ actively participate in the transfer of energy -
ANSWER Electrons

Electrostatic charge is due to an excess of, or a deficiency of, electrons between objects
that have separated.
True or False - ANSWER True




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Providing a path to the earth often helps reduce electrostatic charge




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True or False - ANSWER True

The discharge of electrons from a negatively charged object is sometimes seen as an




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arc, and the arc distance is a function of the ______ between bodies - ANSWER
Static voltage and dielectric

Lightening frequently terminates to an elevated point and it strikes nonmetallic as well
as metallic objects with the same frequency
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True or False - ANSWER True

The termination of the lightening strike is unlikely to ignite combustible materials
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True or False - ANSWER False
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Lightning protection is intended to protect the building itself, as well as the electrical
equipment on or inside the structure
True or False - ANSWER False
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Conductive materials have 1, 2, or 3 valence electrons. Elements with once valence
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electron, such as silver, gold, and copper make the best conductors
True or False - ANSWER True
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Compounds can change the electrical characteristics of an individual atom. For
example, the insulating aluminum-oxide compound is very difficult to break and it often
results in the overheating of aluminum conductors at their terminals.
True or False - ANSWER True

The end of the compass needle that points north is actually the south pole of the
compass needle seeking the earth's magnetic north pole.
True or False - ANSWER True