Question: You would like to select a material for the electrical contacts in an electrical switching device that opens and closes frequently and forcefully. What properties

You would like to select a material for the electrical contacts in an electrical switching device that opens and closes frequently and forcefully. What properties should the contact material possess? What type of material might you recommend? Would Al2O3 be a good choice? Explain.

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