Question

Name the phenomenon which occurs a) when the two naked wires of electricity supply line touch each other b) when two many electrical appliances are connected to a single socket​

Answer 1

Answer:

a.) Short circuit

b.) Overload(ing)

Explanation:

a.) When 2 naked wires of electricity touch each other, the amount of current flowing substantially increases, which prompts the fuse/MCB to stop all current from flowing. This is called a short-circuit.

b.) When too many electrical appliances are connected to a single socket, it will draw a very large amount of current from the circuit. Hence the wires get heated up and can cause accidental fires. This is called overload(ing).