Dead Testing Definitions

Question	Answer
Continuity	The unbroken and consistent existence or operation of something over time. Image: Continuity_arrows (image/jpg)
Insulation Resistance	To test the integrity of the insulation of ALL conductors, BETWEEN conductors. Image: Frayed+Electric+Cable (binary/octet-stream)
Polarity	The condition of having poles that are aligned or separated (e.g. positive or negative) Electrically ensuring that all connections are in their correct terminals. Image: Polarity_socket_tester (image/jpg)
Resistance	The opposition to the flow of electrons (current). Electrical resistance is measured in Ohms. Image: Ohm_symbol (image/jpg)
Current	The flow of electrons. The SI unit of electrical current is the Ampere (A). Image: Current (image/jpg)
Voltage	The electromotive force/potential difference between two points. Voltage is measured in Volts (V). Image: Danger_High_voltage (image/jpg)

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	Created by Oliver Balay about 10 years ago