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The arcing contacts in a circuit breaker are made of______________?

Correct answer: A. copper tungsten alloy

  • A. copper tungsten alloy
  • B. porcelain
  • C. electrolytic copper
  • D. aluminium alloy

Explanation

Arcing contacts must withstand high temperature, erosion and repeated arcing, so copper-tungsten alloys are commonly used. Porcelain is an insulating material rather than a contact material.

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