ESD - Pre Test

1. What does ESD stand for?

• Electrostatic Discharge
• Electric Static Discharge
• Electrostatic Device
• Electric Surge Discharge

2. Why is ESD a concern in the Electronic industry?

• It affects software performance
• It causes mechanical wear
• It damages electronic components
• It causes power outages

3. Which of the following is an ESD-sensitive device?

• Mechanical screws
• Integrated circuits
• Plastic casing
• Wooden boards

4. What is the primary source of ESD?

• Water
• Human body
• Lubricants
• Metal tools

5. Which tool is used to measure ESD?

• Voltmeter
• Electrostatic Field Meter
• Ammeter
• Thermometer

6. What is the purpose of an ESD wrist strap?

• To ground the human body
• To insulate the human body
• To prevent electric shocks
• To clean PCBs

7. Which material is typically ESD-safe?

• Conductive materials
• Insulative materials
• Any material
• Only metals

8. How can ESD damage be minimized during handling of Electronic Components?

• By using bare hands
• By using ESD-safe workstations
• By using plastic gloves
• By working on wooden surfaces

9. What should be avoided in an ESD-protected area?

• Wearing ESD gloves
• Using ordinary plastic bags
• Using ESD mats
• Wearing ESD shoes

10. Which of the following is a sign of potential ESD damage?

• Random malfunctions
• Visible cracks
• Color changes in the PCB
• Louder operation sounds