Why are the strips on an electric furnace staged to turn on in sequence instead of being energized all at one time?

What will be an ideal response?


To prevent a large current draw at one time when initially starting.

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____________________ seed is guaranteed to be true-to-type genetically

Fill in the blank(s) with correct word

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____ are pieces of metal that are temporarily attached to the weldment's parts to enable them to be forced into place. Anytime these pieces of metals are used, they must be removed and the area ground smooth.

A. Hammers B. Anvils C. Jacks D. Cleats or dogs

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Washers and/or lock washers provide all of the following, EXCEPT:

A. They can distribute clamping pressure over a wider area B. They can prevent marring or scratching the of surface by the rotating fasteners C. They can allow the use of shorter screws or bolts D. They can prevent loosening of threaded fastener assemblies

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The O horizons of a soil are dominantly organic horizons occurring above mineral horizons

Indicate whether the statement is true or false

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