ELECTRICITY FOR TRADES (LOOSELEAF)
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ISBN: 9781260437454
Author: Petruzella
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 1.1, Problem 5RQ
Define each of the following terms associated with an arc flash:
- a. Bolted fault
- b. Arcing fault
- c. Arc blast
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ELECTRICITY FOR TRADES (LOOSELEAF)
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