alleryStart learning →Which of these is used as a transformer insulator?
AHydrocarbon oil
BCopper wire
CSalt water
DGraphite rod
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: A. Hydrocarbon oil
Hydrocarbon oils lack charge carriers, so they insulate while a copper wire, salt water and graphite conduct.
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