If cathode and anode connections in a mercury arc rectifier are inter changed_____________?
Correct answer: A. the rectifier will not operate
- A. the rectifier will not operate
- B. internal losses will be reduced
- C. both ion and electron streams will move in the same direction
- D. the rectifier will operate at reduced efficiency
Explanation
The mercury pool is designed to act as the cathode, while the carbon electrodes act as anodes. Interchanging these connections reverses the required electrode action, so the rectifier will not operate.
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