In a transmission line, what does the term 'surge impedance' refer to?

Practice Questions

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In a transmission line, what does the term 'surge impedance' refer to?
  1. The resistance to current flow
  2. The characteristic impedance of the line
  3. The maximum voltage the line can handle
  4. The power factor of the line

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

In a transmission line, what does the term 'surge impedance' refer to?
  • Step 1: Understand that a transmission line is a medium that carries electrical signals from one point to another.
  • Step 2: Learn that 'surge impedance' is a specific term used to describe how the transmission line behaves when electrical signals travel through it.
  • Step 3: Recognize that surge impedance is also known as 'characteristic impedance' and is a property of the transmission line.
  • Step 4: Know that surge impedance affects how fast and efficiently electrical signals (or waves) can move along the transmission line.
  • Step 5: Remember that if the surge impedance is matched with the load (the device receiving the signal), it helps to minimize signal loss.
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