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Is it possible for a human to close an electrical circuit. Will the electricity go through him or is that not a closed circuit?
Wiki User
∙ 10y ago
Yes, and yes. If electrical current flows through him, then he is part of a
closed circuit. If the current is greater than some threshold amount, and
it flows through certain specific parts of the body, then the result is the
phenomenon known as "electrocution". It isn't pretty.
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What is an electrical circit?
The path through which a current flows is called a circuita electrical line that voltage runs through
When you feel electricity run through you when he touches you what does it mean?
He is touching something with an electrical current and has made you part of the circuit.
Why do some electrical appliances have paper strips that you have to pull out?
Because paper is an insulator of electricity, this means that the electricity cannot pass through. Therefore until the paper is removed, the circuit is broken.
What is a continuous path along which electricity flows is known as an electric what?
Electric current can flow through a continuous path which can also be described as a closed circuit. Conversely, any break or opening in a circuit is called an open circuit. Charges can only flow through a closed circuit.
The constant flow of electrons through a complete circuit?
That is called electrical current.
Will an electrical current move through an open circuit or a closed circuit?
electricity
When electrical circuit is open?
An open electrical circuit means that no electricity is flowing through the circuit. This could be because a switch is in the off position, or there is a break in the wiring, or a component in the circuit has failed, and other reasons are possible.
What is an electrical circit?
The path through which a current flows is called a circuita electrical line that voltage runs through
Is an open switch in an electrical circuit to prevent current flow?
Yes, an open switch breaks the circuit and prevents electricity flowing through. A closed switch on the other hand completes the circuit and in turn helps electricity travel through the circuit.
What constitutes a complete electrical circuit?
A complete electrical circuit occurs when it is possible for electrical current to flow through the electrical devices in it.
When you feel electricity run through you when he touches you what does it mean?
He is touching something with an electrical current and has made you part of the circuit.
What is the use of fuse?
A fuse is a weak point in an electrical circuit designed to fail if too much electricity passes through the circuit. If there was no fuse and too much electricity went through it it could cause fires or damage the equipment.
What is uses of fuses?
A fuse is a weak point in an electrical circuit designed to fail if too much electricity passes through the circuit. If there was no fuse and too much electricity went through it it could cause fires or damage the equipment.
What supplys energy to move electricity through a circuit?
A battery supplies energy to move electricity through a circuit (Remember, a circuit is a wire.)
When a lamp is switched off is the electrical current to the light open or closed?
Open and closed does not refer to electrical current or the flow of electricity. Open or closed refers to the state of an electrical circuit. When a lamp is turned on electricity flows through wires, the switch and the lamp; and the circuit is considered closed. When a lamp is switched off the circuit is considered open (or broken) and the flow of electric current is stopped.
What is an electric curcuit?
An electrical circuit is a collection of electrical devices which are connected in a loop for electricity to flow through from high potential to low potential. A battery connect to light bulb is one simple form of so-called circuit :)
How are electrical testers used in practice?
Electrical testers are used to determine if electricity is flowing through a circuit. An electrical tester such as a voltage meter can be used. To use the meter, insert the end of the tester into the socket or next to the electrical wire to be tested. If there is electricity flowing then the meter may beep or flash.
