An electric furnace producing heat by means of an electric arc struck between each of three electrodes and the charge is called ____________ furnace?
Correct answer: B. Arc
- A. Resistance
- B. Arc
- C. Low frequency induction
- D. None of these
Explanation
An arc furnace generates heat through an electric arc between electrodes and the charge. Resistance furnaces rely on electrical resistance heating, while induction furnaces use electromagnetic induction.
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