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Q · Current ElectricityMedium · 45s
Statement: Earthing removes excess charge from a conductor. Why does earthing make a conductor safe?
TopicCurrent Electricity
Question Typemultiple choice
DifficultyMedium
Marking+1 / −0.33
Test Duration30 min
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Earthing provides a path for charges to flow to the earth, equalising potential and preventing shocks.
Final Answer: Option B - It neutralises the potential difference