Physics GCSE
resistance of damp skin
What resistance of damp skin means in Physics GCSE, as defined for AQA.
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Damp skin has a much lower resistance, so the same 230 V drives a larger current.
Topics that use resistance of damp skin
- Mains electricity (AQA GCSE)
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