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प्रश्न
Name two common material used for heating elements.
उत्तर
Nichrome and manganin are the common alloys that are mostly used for making heating elements.
Nichrome is: 60% nickel + 25% iron + 15% chromium.
Manganin is: 83% manganese + 13% copper + 4% nickel.
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