Question

explain the difference between short circuit and overloading. also explain three factors responsible for overloading in domestic electric circuit​

Answer 1

Answer:

(i) When the live wire and the neutral wire come into direct contact. (ii) Accidental hike in the supply voltage. (iii) By connecting too many appliances to a single socket.

Explanation:

Answer 2

Explanation:

Ans - Overloading occurs when two many appliances of high power ratings are connected to a single electric circuit and switched on simultaneously. ... Short-circuiting takes place in domestic power supply if the live wire and the neutral wire come into direct contact, due to damage of insulation of live wire.

three factors responsible for overloading in domestic electric circuit

(i) When the live wire and the neutral wire come into direct contact.

(ii) Accidental hike in the supply voltage.

(iii) By connecting too many appliances to a single socket