spark gap

spark gap

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1. n. a component of an ignition system; consists of two shaped electrodes and the space between them Source: wordnet
2. n. the gap between two high-potential terminals Source: wordnet
3. The space filled with air or other dielectric between high potential terminals (as of an electrostatic machine, induction coil, or condenser), through which the discharge passes; the air gap of a jump spark. Source: webster
4. The space filled with air or other dielectric between highpotential terminals (as of an electrostatic machine, induction coil,or condenser), through which the discharge passes; the air gap of ajump spark. Source: adambom

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