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\nThe video discusses how devices we use every day are connected to the mains electricity supply. It explains the three types of wires present in a plug - the earth wire, the neutral wire and the live wire - and what each of their...\nThe video discusses how devices we use every day are connected to the mains electricity supply. It explains the three types of wires present in a plug - the earth wire, the neutral wire and the live wire - and what each of their functions are. The video discusses how the earth wire acts as a safety mechanism to prevent electric shocks, and how fuses and circuit breakers are used as safety devices to limit the current and prevent damage to appliances and individuals. The video also explains the use of insulation in preventing conducting wires from coming into contact with individuals or other conductors.\n
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7:30
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9th - Higher Ed
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Science
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2018
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English
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electricity, potential difference, insulation
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gcse, and, igcse, science, physics, edexcel, mains, wall inside, safety mechanism, electric shock, power station, final thing, washing machine, earth wire, neutral wire, conducting wire, mains electricity, double insulation, alternating current, large current, fuse breaks, live wire, metal casing, circuit breakers, safety device, wire, live, devices, current, prevents, fuse, casing, circuit, travelling, building
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