In a three-pin wall socket

PHYSICS · Multi-part · CBSE · Physics · Magnetic Effects of Electric Current · Magnetic Effects of Electric Current

Problem

In a three-pin wall socket, a tester glows when inserted into one hole but not when inserted into the other hole of the top pair. (i) Identify the wire. (ii) State its potential.

Related theory

Domestic Electric Circuits
Applications
Household circuits
Electricity
Magnetic Effects of Electric Current

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