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We don't generally use silver electrical wires because silver costs more than copper and is only marginally better as a conductor. Economics and practicality dictate our choices here. Copper is a much more common metal than silver.
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Why is copper good for electrical wiring?
Copper is an excellent conductor of electricity. Among metals it is second only o silver, which is too expensive for practical use in wiring. Copper is also extremely ductile, meaning it can be easily drawn into wires without breaking.
Why do you use conducting wires to cover electrical cords attached to household appliances?
I believe you've managed to turn wires inside out. (conducting) wires are covered in insulating plastic. And it is done this way to prevent electrical energy from going where it is not wanted, such as into you.
Why silver is not used for making electrical wires?
Even though silver is the best conductor of electricity, it is extremely expensive. Thus silver is not used to make electical wires. Silver is also very soft to be used as electric wires.
Why do you not use silver for conducting electricity?
For electrical conductivity silver has not much advantage copper is much cheaper. The electrical conductivity advantage for silver is in the ratio 63.0 to 59.6. Silver 18.50 USD/oz Copper 3.8 USD/lb Note the different units for the comparison.
Why are damaged electrical cords dangerous?
because it can can cause fire or electrical shock.
Why is silver not used for electrical wires if it is such a good conductor of electricity?
Silver is not used for electrical wires mainly for two reasons. Silver is too expensive to use and it is a soft metal which is not suitable for electrical wires.
What is the use of electrical?
To strip electrical wires and to twist mutliple wires together.
What wires do you use for an electrical circuit?
wires that have got good conductivity and less losses
Why you should use silver?
Silver is one of the best electrical conductors. It is used in a lot of electrical contacts.
Why are copper wires preferably used in electrical installation?
copper next good conductor to silver . it is cheaper .malleable ductile mechanically strong abundantly available so we use
Can you use polyester thread in place of metal wires in an electrical circuit?
No.
Which type of wires used in electrical works?
Electrical wire is the type of wire that is used in electrical equipment. To strip the wires, you need to use wire strippers. There is also special tape called electrical tape that is used to secure the wire.
Do simple machines use wires?
some simple machines do need wires and some dont
What isIDMA -Future wireless technology?
without the use of electrical conductors or "wires"
What are three electrical appliances that use uninsulated wires to produce heat?
Toaster,
Why is copper more widely used as an electrical conductor than silver?
Silver is more expensive than copper and aluminum and less abundant so it is more economically feasible to use other metals.
Why are copper wires good?
Copper is good for use for electrical wiring because it has very low resistivity and is therefore an excellent conductor of electricity. It is not nearly as good a conductor as silver, but it is a lot less expensive.
