To explain:
When we switch on an electric appliance, kept outside, why it becomes more dangerous in comparison to the situation if the appliance is kept inside and operated wearing shoes with thick soles?
Answer to Problem 17Q
Solution:
It is because when outside, the probability of electric shock increases and it is reduced when the electric appliance is operated inside wearing shoes with thick soles
Formula used:
•The current is defined as,
Explanation of Solution
Human body works as a
Whereas, when the electric appliance is kept inside, the possibility of moisture is heavily reduced and by wearing shoes with thick soles, the conducting path to flow to earth is interrupted. Thus, even if some moisture is there on the switch, the electrons will not obtain the complete path and thus we will be saved from experiencing an electric shock.
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