electric arc

• Descarga eléctrica continua y luminosa que se produce a través de un espacio entre dos conductores, generando calor y luz intensos; se emplea comúnmente en soldadura e iluminación.

A continuous, luminous discharge of electricity across a gap between two conductors, producing intense heat and light, commonly used in welding and lighting.

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   A continuous, luminous discharge of electricity across a gap between two conductors, producing intense heat and light.

   arco eléctrico

   • The electric arc in the welding machine melts the metal.
   • Lightning is a natural example of an electric arc.
   • Electric arcs are used in arc furnaces to produce steel.