Engineering and Physics Flashcard

Front

What is the fundamental unit of electrical resistance?

Back

Ohm

Front

In civil engineering, what does the term "slump test" measure?

Back

Concrete workability

Front

Which type of bridge is supported by cables attached to towers?

Back

Suspension bridge

Front

What is the primary function of a transformer in electrical circuits?

Back

Change voltage levels

Front

What is the second law of thermodynamics mainly concerned with?

Back

Entropy increase

Front

Which of the following is NOT a type of welding?
Arc welding, Gas welding, Spot welding, Casting

Back

Casting

Front

What type of stress occurs when a material is pulled apart?

Back

Tension

Front

What is the name of the device used to measure rotational speed?

Back

Tachometer

Front

Pascal’s Law is applied in which of the following? Hydraulic systems, Electrical circuits, Structural analysis, Heat transfer

Back

Hydraulic systems

Front

What is the primary function of a flywheel in an engine?

Back

Store rotational energy