Essential Chemistry for IGCSE - Electricity And Chemistry (Section 8 - No. 40)

What is the purpose of the steel core in steel-cored aluminum cables used in high-voltage power lines?
To improve electrical conductivity.
To increase the cable's tensile strength.
To reduce corrosion.
To act as an insulator.

Explanation

The steel core adds strength to prevent the cable from sagging.

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