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Why is copper not usually used in over head electric cable


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  • Why is copper not usually used in over head electric cable?


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  • It is because copper has a high current density, which means it can carry more current per unit of cross-sectional area. Copper conductors have a smaller cross-sectional area as a result. Copper, on the other hand, is rarely used for overhead power lines due to its higher cost and scarcity.

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