11 Questions
What is the main cause of incendive sparks in a tanker according to the text?
Charged clouds generated by water sprays for cleaning
Which method is NOT mentioned as a way to avoid charge accumulation?
Walking on dry floors
What type of process generates static charge?
Liquid & solid flows
How is the electrical energy of a static charge calculated according to the text?
$E = 10-3 CV2$
What is one of the methods mentioned for electrostatic charge elimination for hazard control?
Putting synthetic materials near electronic equipment
What is the role of friction in generating static electricity?
Friction is not necessary but increases the release of electrons and production of ionized particles.
What are the conditions necessary for the generation of static electricity?
A means of electrostatic charge generation, accumulation, and discharge.
How is liquid flow through pipes related to static electricity generation?
Liquid flow generates static charge due to adsorption of impurity ions.
What is a common way static charge may occur according to the text?
Contact charging by two similar materials in contact.
What happens during the discharge stage of static electricity?
Only the last stage is visible.
How is spray electrification related to static electricity generation according to the text?
Spray electrification is a method used to generate static electricity.
Learn about the importance of static electricity in industries where insulating materials and flammable substances are commonly used. Understand how static electricity is generated through the contact and separation of different surfaces, and the role of friction in electron release and ionised particle production.
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