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What is an electrode in arc welding?

A conductor that carries current to strike an arc.

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  1. A tool for measuring heat
  2. A conductor that carries current to strike an arc ✔
  3. A type of protective glove

Why: Arc welding uses an electrode to carry current and strike an arc between it and the base material.

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Answer: A conductor that carries current to strike an arc. Arc welding uses an electrode to carry current and strike an arc between it and the base material.

  1. Welding en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Welding
    create and maintain an electric arc between an electrode and the base material
    Checked 2026-11-07.

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