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    The document discusses three types of electric accidents: electrocution, electric burns, and electric fires. It defines each type of accident and provides information on causes, effects, and ways to prevent them. Electrocutions occur when the body comes into contact with a live electric current and can cause burns, breathing problems, cardiac arrest, and muscle spasms. Electric burns are skin burns caused by electricity and can lead to internal organ damage or death. Electric fires start due to overheating, malfunctions, or damage of electrical components and wiring. Prevention tips include using appliances safely, avoiding water sources, and inspecting cords and sockets.

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    The document discusses three types of electric accidents: electrocution, electric burns, and electric fires. It defines each type of accident and provides information on causes, effects, and ways to prevent them. Electrocutions occur when the body comes into contact with a live electric current and can cause burns, breathing problems, cardiac arrest, and muscle spasms. Electric burns are skin burns caused by electricity and can lead to internal organ damage or death. Electric fires start due to overheating, malfunctions, or damage of electrical components and wiring. Prevention tips include using appliances safely, avoiding water sources, and inspecting cords and sockets.

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    The document discusses three types of electric accidents: electrocution, electric burns, and electric fires. It defines each type of accident and provides information on causes, effects, and ways to prevent them. Electrocutions occur when the body comes into contact with a live electric current and can cause burns, breathing problems, cardiac arrest, and muscle spasms. Electric burns are skin burns caused by electricity and can lead to internal organ damage or death. Electric fires start due to overheating, malfunctions, or damage of electrical components and wiring. Prevention tips include using appliances safely, avoiding water sources, and inspecting cords and sockets.

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    Assignment 8.

    6
    electric accidents

    Science
    ASSIGNMENT
    M ade by myself

    2023
    Rometh Sansuka
    Content
    Electrocution
    A fetal accident can end your life

    Electric burn
    A skin burn that happens due to electricity

    Electric fire
    A fire that happens due to electricity
    electrocution

    How does electrocution happens?


    If any part of your body meets live electricity an electric current flows
    through the tissues, which causes an electric shock

    What happens when you facing electrocution ?


    -Burns
    -Breathing problems
    -Cardiac arrest
    -Headache
    -Muscles spasms
    How to prevent from electrocution?
    -Never use a damaged extension cord.
    -Never use a defective electrical device.
    -Pull on the plug and not on the cable to unplug an electrical device.-
    -Unplug the toaster before trying to dislodge stuck toast.
    Electric burn

    What is electric burn?


    An electrical burn is a skin burn that happens when electricity comes in
    contact with your body.

    What happens if you face electric burn?


    Internal damage might be mild or severe, and it could even cause death.
    Internal organs most often impacted by electrical shock include: The
    heart, which might begin irregular rhythms or even shut down (known as
    cardiac arrest). The kidneys, which might fail to function appropriately.

    How to prevent electric burning?


    Never poke foreign objects into an electrical plug. ...
    Do not use electrical appliances near standing or running water.
    Do not stick forks or knives into toasters
    Repair or replace any frayed or worn electrical cords
    Electric fire

    What is electric fire?


    It occurs due to ignitions coming from overheating, malfunctioning, or
    damaged electrical components, equipment, or wiring.

    How does electric fire happens?


    Most electrical fires are caused by faulty electrical outlets or worn out
    sockets that aren't properly grounded.

    How to prevent from electrical fires?


    Hold a plug securely to pull it from the wall.
    Use multi-outlet extenders, power bars, and surge protectors
    sparingly.
    Use extension cords temporarily.
    Avoid running electrical cords beneath carpets.
    Keep electrical cords away from sources of heat and water.

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