Electricity problem.Pleae help

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The discussion centers on determining the minimum voltage that could induce ventricular fibrillation when a person touches an electric appliance while bathing, given a body resistance of 3097 Ohm. Participants express uncertainty about the current that would flow in this scenario, which is crucial for applying the formula V=IR. There is mention of a threshold current of approximately 0.7A that the human heart can tolerate before experiencing fibrillation. The conversation highlights the need for understanding both electrical and biological factors to accurately assess the risk. Overall, the thread seeks clarity on the relationship between voltage, current, and the potential for electrical hazards.
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Electricity problem.Pleae help!

Suppose a person touches the case of an electric appliance while taking a bath. The total resistance through the person's hand and body is 3097 Ohm. What is the smallest voltage on the case of the appliance that could cause ventircular fibrillation? Any help would be great!

I've been trying to use V=IR but what is the current? Please help!
 
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jmandas said:
Suppose a person touches the case of an electric appliance while taking a bath. The total resistance through the person's hand and body is 3097 Ohm. What is the smallest voltage on the case of the appliance that could cause ventircular fibrillation? Any help would be great!

I've been trying to use V=IR but what is the current? Please help!

Probably very few people here, if any, know the biological aspects of this problem. If you asked us how much current would flow for any given voltage, you could get an answer. What does it take to cause ventircular fibrillation? I assume the source of the question covers that topic somewhere.
 
I've heard 0.7A is the most the heart can take.
 

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