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What do you understand by 'short-circuit'?
What do you understand by 'short-circuit'?
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Circuit breakers and fuses are used to prevent damage from short circuits.
Updated On: Oct 27, 2025
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A short circuit occurs when a low-resistance path is formed in an electrical circuit, causing excessive current to flow. This can be due to:
- Direct contact between live and neutral wires
- Faulty insulation or damaged wires
- Overloaded circuits
Effects of Short Circuit:
- Sudden increase in current
- Potential fire hazards
- Damage to electrical appliances
- Direct contact between live and neutral wires
- Faulty insulation or damaged wires
- Overloaded circuits
Effects of Short Circuit:
- Sudden increase in current
- Potential fire hazards
- Damage to electrical appliances
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