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Electrical Concepts and Principles Explained

Chapter 13 of the RME Reviewer covers various electrical concepts including conductivity, power factor, and circuit components. It discusses the principles of electrical systems, measurement techniques, and safety standards in electrical installations. Key topics include the behavior of current in different materials, the importance of grounding, and the characteristics of electrical equipment.

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Electrical Concepts and Principles Explained

Chapter 13 of the RME Reviewer covers various electrical concepts including conductivity, power factor, and circuit components. It discusses the principles of electrical systems, measurement techniques, and safety standards in electrical installations. Key topics include the behavior of current in different materials, the importance of grounding, and the characteristics of electrical equipment.

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RME REVIEWER CHAPTER 13

1. Materials containing numerous free electrons are good conductors.

2. When the power factor in a given circuit is unity, the reactive power is
zero.

3. Lubricate would never be applied to a commutator.

4. When threading rigid conduit the standard die should provide ¾” tapper
per foot.

5. The current used for charging storage batteries is direct.

6. The current through a DC arc can be controlled by a rheostat.

7. In a completed seal, the minimum thickness of the sealing compound shall


not be less than the trade size of the conduit, and in no case less than 5/8
inch.

8. Root-means-square is also called the effective voltage.

9. A motor works in the principles of magnetism.

10. On a DC ammeter, to increase the range you would use a shunt.

11. When referring to a ”8-32” machines bolt, the “32” refers to the threads
per inch.

12. If you are using two wattmeters to measure the power, you are
measuring power in a three-phase system.

13. The heating of two different metals will cause electron flow.

14. The vector sum of the phase currents is equal zero in a balanced,
resistive three-phase system.

15. The voltage will lead the current when capacitive reactance exceeds
the inductive reactance in the circuit.

16. When material gives up electrons readily and another attracts them, this
is the basis for thermocouple.

17. The greater number of free electrons, the better the conductivity of a
metal.
18. The most heat is created when current flows through which of the
following? A 10-ohm resistor.

19. When a current leaves its intended path and returns to the source,
bypassing the load, the circuit is shorted.

20. The scope of the national electrical code includes conductors and
equipment on certain public or private premises.

21. The common fuse depends on the principle that the current flow
develops heat.

22. The standard unit of electrical pressure is the volt.

23. Impedance is measured in ohms.

24. If the test lamp lights when placed in series with a condenser and a
suitable source of DC, it is a good indication that a condenser is shorted
circuited if the light burns continuously.

25. A thermal cutout overcurrent device os not designated to interrupt


short circuit current.

26. Electro-magnetic devices usually have a soft iron core.

27. The symbol for wye connection is Y.

28. An auto transformer is generally used rather than an isolation


transformer where the ratio of transformation is low.

29. Varying duty is a type of service where both the load and the time
intervals may have wide variations.

30. The definition of a dry location is not normally subjected to


dampness, not normally subjected to wetness, and may be
temporarily to wetness.

31. Electrical equipment can be defined as fittings, appliances, devices,


and fixtures.

32. A covered conductor is one having one or more layers of non-conducting


materials that are not recognized as electrical insulation.

33. Power factor meter is used to indicate the phase relationship between
the voltage and the current of an AC circuit.
34. For voltage and current to be in phase, voltage and current appear at
their zero peak values at the same time and circuit impedance has
only resistance.

35. The definition of ambient temperature is the temperature of the area


surrounding the conductor.

36. A switch or breaker should disconnect the grounded conductors of a


circuit simultaneously as it disconnects the ungrounded conductors.

37. Conductors overheating can be caused by overloading, high ambient


temperature, or grouping of more than 3 current-carrying
conductors without derating.

38. Rainproof, raintight, and watertight boxes may be weatherproof.

39. Light fixture hung by chains should be wired so that the wires do not
support the light.

40. When three equal resistor are connected in parallel the total resistance is
less than any one resistor.

41. Since fuses are rated by amperes and voltage, fuse will work on either
AC or DC.

42. Piezoelectric is caused by crystals or binding pressure.

43. The ratio of the maximum demand of the system to the total connected
load of the system is called the demand factor of the system.

44. Voltage drop in a conductor is a percentage of the applied voltage.

45. Askarel is a synthetic non-flammable insulating liquid, which when


decomposed by electrical arcs, involve non-flammable gases.

46. Which of the following is not a factor in calculating the feeder conductor
size? Branch-circuit protetction.

47. To measure the rpm speed of a motor you would use a tachometer.

48. Solenoids are made of electromagnets.

49. Connecting batteries in series will give greater voltage.


50. Bonding shall apply at each end and to all intervening ferrous raceways,
boxes and enclosure between the service equipment and the grounding
electrode.

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When the power factor in an AC circuit is unity, the reactive power is zero. This indicates that all the power is being used effectively for work, with no energy stored in the reactive components like inductors or capacitors .

Materials with numerous free electrons, such as metals, are considered good conductors because these electrons can move freely within the material, allowing electric current to pass through with minimal resistance .

Covered conductors are distinguished by having one or more layers of non-conducting materials without being recognized as electrical insulation. This distinction is important because true insulation is crucial for preventing electrical shocks, short circuits, or unwanted current flow, whereas a cover may only provide basic physical protection without significant electrical resistance .

Lubricating a commutator is not recommended because lubrication can cause dust and debris to accumulate, affecting commutation and potentially leading to electrical arcing and increased resistance, which degrades performance .

Solenoids are constructed using electromagnets, which consist of a coil of wire that generates a magnetic field when an electric current passes through it. This magnetic field can be used to actuate mechanical movements, such as moving a plunger, thus converting electrical energy into mechanical work in various applications .

When capacitive reactance exceeds inductive reactance in a circuit, the voltage will lead the current. This phase shift occurs because capacitors store energy as an electric field, causing the current to reach its peak before the voltage, altering the phase relationship within the circuit .

In a completed electrical seal, the minimum thickness of the sealing compound ensures adequate insulation and protection against environmental factors. It should not be less than the trade size of the conduit and in no case less than 5/8 inch, providing reliable containment of potential sparks and preventing leakage .

A rheostat controls the current through a DC arc by varying resistance in the circuit. Increasing resistance decreases the current through the arc, allowing for fine control of current intensity, which is crucial for applications like arc welding or lighting, where precise energy management is necessary .

A circuit is considered 'shorted' when the current leaves its intended path and returns to the source, bypassing the load. This can lead to excessive current flow, which may cause overheating, damage to circuit components, or even fires, posing significant safety hazards .

An auto transformer is often preferred over an isolation transformer for low transformation ratios due to its smaller size, lower cost, and higher efficiency. An auto transformer shares common windings for the input and output, requiring less copper material and allowing for better voltage regulation under small transformation requirements .

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