11 Questions
What determines if an element is considered a conductor?
Having a small number of electrons in its outer orbit
What is the purpose of bonding in an aircraft?
To maintain the same potential across the aircraft
What happens to the nearest end of an insulated conductor when placed near a negatively charged rod?
It becomes positively charged
What is the main purpose of dissipating static charges from an aircraft?
To reduce the risk of fire
What is a characteristic of a good electrical insulator?
Low conductivity
Why is the resistance of the current return path considered negligible?
Because the path is through the aircraft structure
What is the primary purpose of fitting static wicks and insulating all metal components?
To stop subsequent fire risks
What is the importance of bonding in a structure?
To ensure the structure is adequately bonded to prevent static discharge
What is the relationship between the distance between two charged objects and the electrostatic force between them?
Inversely proportional to the square of the distance between them
What happens when a negatively charged conductor is placed next to an insulated rod?
The rod becomes positively charged
What is the purpose of static discharge wicks?
To prevent static discharge from causing fires
Test your knowledge of electricity and conductivity with this quiz. Learn about conductors, semi-conductors, and insulators, and see how well you can identify different types of materials and their electrical properties.
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