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|Meaning=A [[luminous]], gaseous, [[electrical discharge]] in which the charge [[transfer]] occurs continuously along a narrow channel of high [[ion density]]. | |||
|Explanation=An arc discharge requires a continuous source of an [[electric potential gradient]] across the terminals of the arc. Arc discharges do not naturally occur in the [[atmosphere]]. <br/>''Compare'' [[corona discharge]], [[point discharge]], [[spark discharge]]. | |||
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Latest revision as of 21:31, 13 January 2024
A luminous, gaseous, electrical discharge in which the charge transfer occurs continuously along a narrow channel of high ion density.
An arc discharge requires a continuous source of an electric potential gradient across the terminals of the arc. Arc discharges do not naturally occur in the atmosphere.
Compare corona discharge, point discharge, spark discharge.