Question

Why charcoal and salt is used in earthing?

Answer 1

Explanation:

Adding charcoal and water in earthing pit decreases soil resistivity. The layer of charcoal and salt helps to maintain low resistance for earth fault currents. Because of the ionic behaviour of salt and charcoal, they will maintain moisture content around the earth pit.

Answer 2

Answer:

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Adding charcoal and water in earthing pit decreases soil resistivity. The layer of charcoal and salt helps to maintain low resistance for earth fault currents. Because of the ionic behaviour of salt and charcoal, they will maintain moisture content around the earth pit.