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The old gadget used to be the so-called Tiger"s tale, a length of chain that ran aft from the rear bumper of the truck and did not quite touch the ground, there was also a welded-on grounding plate assymetrically placed. Even toy and model trucks used to faithfully duplicated this (safety device). Alas I think they do not work. I have not seen on one an oil truck of any kind in many years, and big Exxon tank trucks ply their trade at the local Gas stations. It may have been a superstition that was not, err, grounded in fact. Dinky Toys used to have these cute little, but evidentally not practical Tiger"s Tails. an obvious take-off on (Tiger in your Tank!) the old Esso-later Exxon slogan).
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Why is static electricity a problem when pumping gas?
Static electricity can create a very tiny spark that can burst the gas fume into flames.
Is The temperature of a gas is measure of its static electricity?
false
Why discharge tube appears dark at very low pressure?
Not enough gas to support ionization.
What device produces light by running an electric current through a gas?
Electric discharge
How did static shock get his powers?
he was in the gang war when some guys in a helicopter exploded nuclear gas that gave him powers
Why does gas truck have chains hang down?
To discharge static electricity that builds up while driving, that could otherwise cause a spark and explosion or fire while loading or unloading the fuel.
What are dangers of static electricity?
Lightning is a discharge of static electricity that is potentially dangerous. Also, it may be a very small chance, but it is possible for static electricity to ignite the gasoline vapors during a fill up at the gas station.
Why do you not fill a gas jug in the back of your vehicle?
static electricity builds up from the movement of the gas through the line. since the can is in the back of the truck it has no place to discharge. the vehicle is insulated because of the rubber tires. so if you ground the nozzel somehow. it could cause a spark and ignite the fumes from the nozzle or tank. if you fill it on the ground the static charge that is being transfed or built up. will displace into the ground.
Why do workers use a plank of wood to load gas cylinders in a truck?
Because wood is non-conductive.
Why is static electricity a problem when pumping gas?
Static electricity can create a very tiny spark that can burst the gas fume into flames.
What type of gas do you use in a disel pickup truck?
Typically, you put diesel gas into a diesel pickup truck, because regulation gas just isn't good enough for your environment ruining, gas guzzling truck. Diesel gas is absolutely necessary for your truck.
How much gas mileage does a uhaul truck get?
What is the gas mileage for 20foot until truck
How much does a gas tanker truck cost?
How much does a gas tanker truck cost?"
What gas is given off by a charging battery?
Generally, automotive batteries discharge Hydrogen Gas during both the charging and discharge cycles.
Why is there no static discharge at a gas station when the nozzle of the pump is brought up to the car's ful tank opening?
This is because the car's tyres are made of rubber (or a similar compound) which does not conduct electricity. Therefore even if the nozzle touches the car's metalwork there is still no route by which the static charge can reach the ground - so the charge does not flow.
Ionization of gas in the discharge tube?
yes
What does the gas discharge bulb contain?
Mercury.
