Physics GCSE
live to earth connection
What live to earth connection means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
Definition of live to earth connection
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Any accidental connection between live and earth completes a path that puts the full 230 V across your body and charge passes through you.
Topics that use live to earth connection
- Mains electricity (AQA GCSE)
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