A. What is the area in circular mils of a copper wire that has a resistance of 2.5 ohms and is 300ft long (T = 20°C)? b. Show your solution, determine whether the area of an aluminum wire will be smaller or larger than that of the copper wire using the same resistance and length state in letter A. Explain

A. What is the area in circular mils of a copper wire that has a resistance of 2.5 ohms and is 300ft long (T = 20°C)? b. Show your solution, determine whether the area of an aluminum wire will be smaller or larger than that of the copper wire using the same resistance and length state in letter A. Explain

Electricity for Refrigeration, Heating, and Air Conditioning (MindTap Course List)

10th Edition

ISBN:9781337399128

Author:Russell E. Smith

Publisher:Russell E. Smith

Chapter16: Installation Of Heating, Cooling, And Refrigeration Systems

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