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Thermocouple consists of

A. Two dissimilar metals

B. Two similar metals

C. Metal and a semiconductor

D. Metal and an insulator

Answer: Option A

Solution(By Examveda Team)

A thermocouple consists of two dissimilar metals, joined together at one end. When the junction of the two metals is cooled or heated a voltage is produced that can be correlated back to the temperature. Most thermocouple alloys are commonly available as wire.

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