Question

The piston ring isn't a completely solid ring; instead, it's usually split at one point. This split or gap in the ring is called the A. ring clearance. B. ring end gap. C. ring side clearance. D. ring spacing.

Answer 1

Answer is Ring end gap

Step-by-step explanation:

A typical piston ring is made from layers of cast iron and molybdenum. Note the position of the ring end gap.

Note that a piston ring isn’t a completely solid ring; instead, it’s usually split at one point. This split or gap in the ring is called the ring end gap. The ring end gap allows the ring to expand and contract as the temperature changes.

Answer 2

Answer: Ring end gap
Ring end gap is the split or gap in the ring. The piston ring is split at one point and it is not completely solid ring and the split/ gap is termed as ring end gap.