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Why Touching Another Person Causes a Shock
When two people with different electric charges touch, electricity seeks balance.
The moment you touch:
- Excess electrons jump from one person to the other
- The charge equalizes instantly
- You feel a sudden “zap”
That tiny spark is the shock you feel.
Why the Shock Feels Stronger Than It Is
Even though the actual energy involved is very small, the shock feels intense because:
- It happens suddenly
- It stimulates sensitive nerve endings
- The voltage can be high, even if the current is low
High voltage + low current = noticeable sensation without danger.
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