Why do switches make that clicky sound every time you flip them?

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Every electrical switch when you try to turn them on or off whether it’s a light bulb, fan, thermostat, toaster make a clicky sound. Why is that? Whether it’s a rocker switch or a toggle switch. Are there switches which make no sounds at all? If so, then why aren’t they as popular?

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When the terminals are brought together an arc will form between them.

This arc will damage the terminals.

By making the terminals come together faster the duration of the arc can be minimized and the switch will last longer.

Here video about this https://youtu.be/jrMiqEkSk48

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