In water pipes _ is used to detect leakages.
Correct answer: A. Radiation
- A. Radiation
- B. Light
- C. Current
- D. None of these options are correct
Explanation
Radiation is used to detect leakages in water pipes.There are two main types of radiation that are used to detect water leaks:Radioactive tracers: A radioactive tracer is a substance that is injected into the water supply. The tracer is then tracked using a radiation detector. If there is a leak, the tracer will be detected at the site of the leak.Sound waves: Sound waves can be used to detect water leaks by listening for the sound of escaping water. This method is not as accurate as radioactive tracers, but it is less expensive and can be used in areas where radioactive tracers are not allowed.
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