Conceptual Physical Science (6th Edition)

6th Edition

ISBN: 9780134060491

Author: Paul G. Hewitt, John A. Suchocki, Leslie A. Hewitt

Publisher: PEARSON

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Chapter 8, Problem 103E

If a current of one- or two-tenths of an ampere were to pass into one of your hands and out the other, you would probably be electrocuted. However, if the same current were to pass into your hand and out the elbow above the same hand, you could survive, even though the current might be large enough to burn your flesh. Explain.

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