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What do you call an electrical wire that is not insulated or covered?
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The electrical terminology of a wire with no insulation on it is a bare wire.
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What is insulated rubber?
It is rubber that is around a electrical wire so you dont get shocked
Metal used for electrical wire?
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What is the function of the wire stripper?
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What is primary wire?
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When you hold electrical live wire with your hand will you be shok?
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What is a Black wire in a household circuit?
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