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1According to atomic theory, an atom with a net negative charge has:

A.Gained one or more electrons

B.Lost one or more electrons

C.Gained one or more protons

D.Lost one or more neutrons

Explanation: An atom becomes negatively charged (an anion) when it gains extra valence electrons, giving it more negative electron charges than positive proton charges in its nucleus.

2Which material property makes a substance most susceptible to accumulating static electrical charges?

A.High electrical resistance (insulating property)

B.High electrical conductance

C.High magnetic permeability

D.Low breakdown voltage

Explanation: Insulators have tightly bound electrons that cannot flow freely. When friction transfers electrons to or from an insulator, the static charge remains trapped on the surface.

3Two point charges of +4 μC and +6 μC are separated by a distance of 0.2 meters in free space. What is the magnitude of the electrostatic force between them? (k = 8.99 × 10⁹ N·m²/C₲)

A.5.39 N repulsive

B.26.97 N repulsive

C.1.08 N attractive

D.10.79 N attractive

Explanation: Using Coulomb's Law: F = k * |q1 * q2| / r^2 = (8.99 * 10^9 * 4 * 10^-6 * 6 * 10^-6) / (0.2)^2 = (0.21576) / 0.04 = 5.394 N. Since both charges are positive, the force is repulsive.

4When handling sensitive Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) avionics components on an aircraft workbench, what is the primary purpose of a wrist strap connected through a 1 MΩ resistor to ground?

A.To safely bleed static charges from the technician while limiting fault current in case of accidental live voltage contact

B.To provide a zero-resistance path to ground for rapid discharge of static electricity

C.To shield the technician from high-frequency electromagnetic interference

D.To step down high-voltage electrostatic potentials to low operating voltages

Explanation: The 1 MΩ resistor bleeds off body static charges slowly enough to avoid spark damage while protecting the technician against fatal electric shock if they accidentally touch a live 115V AC or 28V DC bus.

5One Ampere of electrical current flowing through a conductor is equivalent to:

A.One Coulomb of charge passing a given point in one second

B.One Joule of work done per Volt of potential difference

C.One Watt of power consumed per Ohm of resistance

D.One Volt of potential difference across one Henry of inductance

Explanation: By definition, current I = Q / t. Therefore, 1 Ampere = 1 Coulomb per second (approx. 6.24 × 10¹⁸ electrons passing a point per second).

6A aircraft bus bar conductor has an electrical resistance of 0.025 Ω. What is its electrical conductance?

A.40 Siemens (S)

B.0.025 Siemens (S)

C.25 Siemens (S)

D.0.04 Siemens (S)

Explanation: Electrical conductance (G) is the reciprocal of resistance (R): G = 1 / R = 1 / 0.025 Ω = 40 S.

7An aircraft Exhaust Gas Temperature (EGT) indicator system generates its electrical signal based on which physical principle?

A.Seebeck effect (thermoelectric generation across dissimilar metal junctions)

B.Piezoelectric effect (voltage generated by mechanical stress)

C.Photoelectric effect (photon absorption displacing electrons)

D.Hall effect (magnetic deflection of charge carriers)

Explanation: The Seebeck effect generates a small DC electromotive force (EMF) proportional to the temperature difference between the hot measuring junction and cold reference junction of two dissimilar metals.

8Which component on a modern aircraft relies on the piezoelectric effect for operation?

A.Engine vibration sensing transducer (accelerometer)

B.Cockpit floodlight dimmer potentiometer

C.Flap position synchro resolver

D.Nickel-Cadmium battery temperature sensor

Explanation: Piezoelectric crystals (such as quartz or ceramic PZT) generate an electrical charge when subjected to mechanical stress, making them ideal for engine vibration transducers and accelerometers.

9When light strikes a photovoltaic cell, voltage is generated because photons:

A.Release bound valence electrons into the conduction band across a p-n semiconductor junction

B.Heat the semiconductor to induce a thermoelectric voltage

C.Align magnetic domains within the crystal lattice

D.Ionise surrounding air molecules to create electrostatic charges

Explanation: Photons with energy greater than the bandgap strike the semiconductor p-n junction, boosting valence electrons into the conduction band and creating electron-hole pairs that generate direct current.

10In a primary electrochemical cell, chemical energy is converted directly into electrical energy. What is a key operational characteristic of a primary cell?

A.The chemical reaction is non-reversible, preventing recharging

B.It can be recharged repeatedly by applying a reverse current

C.The electrolyte consists solely of distilled water

D.The terminal voltage increases continuously as the cell discharges

Explanation: Primary cells (e.g., zinc-carbon, alkaline) undergo irreversible chemical reactions. Once reactants are consumed, the cell cannot be recharged. Secondary cells (lead-acid, Ni-Cd) are rechargeable.

About the Module 3 Electrical Fundamentals Exam

UK CAA Part-66 Module 3 covers electrical theory, DC/AC circuits, aircraft batteries, magnetism, and rotating electrical machines for AME candidates. Exam consists of 52 MCQs with a 75% pass mark.

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