Gas discharges
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1
d = 5 mm = 0.005 m, E = 3·10⁶ V/m. The breakdown voltage in V?
15000
2
U = 90 000 V, E = 3·10⁶ V/m. The breakdown distance in cm?
3
3
Name three types of gas discharge.
Spark, arc, glow.
4
Give three examples of ionising agents.
A flame (heating), X-rays or ultraviolet rays, radioactive radiation.
5
Write two lightning safety rules.
Stay in a building or a car; stay away from lone trees, open fields and water.