COMPUTER FUNDAMENTALS

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PRINTERS AND SCANNERS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
A Laser Printer uses toner (fine powder) that is made up of plastic particles that are bonded to this type of particles.
A
nickel
B
polyester
C
aluminum
D
pigment
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Mostly granulated plastic, early mixtures added only carbon powder and iron oxide, however, mixtures have since been developed containing polypropylene, fumed silica, and various minerals for triboelectrification. Toner using plant-derived plastic also exists as an alternative to petroleum plastic.

Detailed explanation-2: -Toner cartridges Laser printers use microscopic ink particles in a powdered form known as toner. Once heated by the fuser unit, the toner melts allowing it to be fused to the paper fibres under pressure.

Detailed explanation-3: -Laser printers are machines that melt toner powder onto paper to create a print. Laser printers are more expensive than inkjet printers upfront and uses pricier toner cartridges but is still a more economical option in the long run with its overall lower cost per page, faster print speeds.

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