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At my desk I have a small paperclip, about 1.25 inches overall length whose wire diameter is about 0.031 inches, or about 1/32", or 0.8mm and a larger paperclip, about 1.5 inches overall length whose wire diameter is about 0.040 inches, or almost 3/64" inches, or 1.02 mm.

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The capacity of a paper clip?

The exact capacity of a paper clip can vary depending on its size and thickness, but typically a paper clip can hold up to around 20-30 sheets of paper securely. However, trying to exceed this limit may cause the paper clip to bend or lose its grip.


How and why was the paper clip was invented?

The first patent for a bent wire paper clip was awarded in the United States to Samuel B. Fay


What is the best unit for measuring the thickness of paper clip?

The thickness is of the order of a millimetre so a smaller unit - a micrometre, perhaps - is suitable.


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What is the difference and similarities between paper clip and electrical wire?

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Explain why using a metal paper clip to connect to the wire at B will light the light bulb?

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Do you need a battery to see if a paper clip help light bulbs light?

Yes you do need a battery because the paper clip is usually used for an alternative for a wire and the paper clip is what the electricity travels through, so yes you do need a battery.


How much paper can a paper clip hold?

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What is a paper clip made of?

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