A transformer oil must be free from________________?
Correct answer: D. moisture
- A. sludge
- B. odour
- C. gases
- D. moisture
Explanation
Moisture sharply reduces transformer oil's dielectric strength and can damage the insulation system, so oil must be kept dry. Sludge and dissolved gases are also undesirable, but moisture is the key insulating contaminant tested here.
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