Question

Define a short circuit ?​

Answer 1

Answer:

A short circuit (sometimes abbreviated to short or s/c) is an electrical circuit that allows a current to travel along an unintended path with no or very low electrical impedance. This results in an excessive current flowing through the circuit.

Answer 2

Answer:

An accidental connection between two points of different potential in an electric circuit, by passing the load and establishing a path of low resistance through which an excessive current can flow