10 Questions
Which of the following is the definition of electrocution?
Death caused by electric shock
What is the typical range of AC current frequency for stimulatory effects to occur?
50-100 Hz
What is the maximum safe value for AC current to avoid stimulatory effects?
5 mA
Which of the following is an example of a secondary injury caused by electric shock?
Indirect or secondary injuries such as falls
What is the maximum safe value for DC current to avoid stimulatory effects?
25 mA
Which of the following is the definition of electric shock?
A sudden violent response to electric current flow through any part of a person’s body
Which of the following is the definition of primary electrical injury?
Tissue damage produced directly by electrical current or voltage (burns)
Which of the following is the definition of secondary injuries related to electric shock?
Indirect or secondary injuries such as falls caused by electric shock
Which of the following is the most correct statement about the effects of electrical current on the human body?
Stimulatory effects occur for DC current with a frequency of 0 and a current of 25 mA
What is the purpose of electrical security systems-grounding?
To prevent electric shock
Test your knowledge on the biological effects of electric current with this quiz! Learn about electric shock, electrocution, primary and secondary injuries related to electric shock, and the main effects of electrical current on the human body. Discover safe and dangerous current values, understand skin resistance, and explore the factors that determine the effects of an electrical current passing through the body. Expand your understanding of electrical safety and its impact on the human body with this educational quiz.
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