Electric Shocks

The physiological effects of electric shocks. The effect of an electrical shock on a body is primarily determined by the electric current flowing through the body.

Electric Current Physiological Effects

The effect of an electrical shock on a body is primarily determined by the electric current flowing through the body.

Current Type Notes

  • AC - Alternating Current
  • DC - Direct Current
Electric Current (mA)Current TypePhysiological Effect on the Body
1ACPossible to feel
5DCPossible to feel
10ACMuscular contractions 'Can't let go'
30ACVentricular fibrillation and cardiac arrest
300-500DCVentricular fibrillation and cardiac arrest
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