20 Questions
What is the main difference between conductors and insulators in terms of their electron structure?
Conductors have 3 or fewer electrons in their outer orbit, while insulators have more electrons in their outer orbit.
How are positive ions formed?
By having more protons than electrons
What determines the ease with which an electron can be lost from an atom?
The number of electrons in the outer orbit
In a neutral atom, what is the relationship between protons and electrons?
Protons are equal to electrons
What property of a material allows it to readily lose electrons with relatively little voltage or electrical pressure?
Conductivity
What property of semi-conductors allows them to act as conductors or insulators depending on impurities added by manufacturers?
Valence ring electrons
Which type of material has five or more electrons in its outer orbit, making it resistant to electron flow?
Insulators
What is the unit used to measure the quantity of electrons flowing past a given point in one second?
Amperage
What process leads to the generation of a voltage when a conductor intersects a magnetic field?
Electromagnetic induction
What causes electrons to flow in a conductor according to the text?
Voltage imbalance
What is the purpose of the suspension system in a vehicle?
Maintain vehicle alignment and steering control
Which type of weight includes wheels, tires, and brake assemblies in a vehicle?
Unsprung weight
What is the main purpose of shock absorbers in a vehicle's suspension system?
Absorb road shock
Which type of spring is commonly used in the rear of light-duty trucks and vans?
Leaf springs
What is the primary advantage of composite leaf springs over steel leaf springs?
They provide a quieter and smoother ride
What is the purpose of rebound clips in leaf springs?
To prevent the leaves from slapping as they work
In leaf springs, what is the function of front mount bushings?
To dampen road noise and vibration as the spring moves
What is the distinguishing feature of transversely mounted leaf springs in vehicles?
They are used to control roll when cornering
In leaf springs, how do fixed-rate springs respond to increasing weight compared to variable-rate springs?
Flex more as load increases
What is the primary function of rubber isolators in coil springs?
To minimize vibration transfer to the vehicle body
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