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The reference potential of a circuit. In automotive use, the result of attaching one battery cable to the body or frame which is used as a path for completing a circuit in lieu of a direct wire from a component. Today, over 99% of autos use the negative terminal of the battery as the ground.
Ãâó: www.autobatteries.com/basics/definitions.asp
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| ground electrode |
A conductor (usually buried) for the purpose of providing an electrical connection to ground.
Ãâó: www.lightningsafety.com/nlsi_lhm/grounding_definit...
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| ground water |
Water found in the spaces between soil particles and cracks in rocks underground (located in the saturation zone). Ground water is a natural resource that is used for drinking, industry, and growing crops.
Ãâó: www.delawarewatersupply.com/pages/glossary.htm
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| ground |
A point in an electrical system that has zero voltage. The chassis of an electrical component is usually at ground potential and thus serves as the return path for signals as well as for power circuits.
Ãâó: www.monstercable.com/glossary/
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