Why we dont feel the current from Earth wire?

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Discussion Overview

The discussion revolves around the question of why individuals do not feel current from the Earth wire, which is intended to carry current to the ground. Participants explore the conditions under which the Earth wire carries current and the implications of grounding in electrical systems.

Discussion Character

  • Exploratory, Technical explanation, Debate/contested

Main Points Raised

  • One participant notes that the Earth wire carries current to the ground, questioning why this current is not felt when walking on the ground.
  • Another participant explains that the Earth wire does not carry current unless there is a fault, suggesting that under normal conditions, the current is brief until the main fuse blows.
  • A different viewpoint suggests that the vastness of the Earth allows for the dissipation of current, implying that it is not felt due to the large area involved.
  • Another participant mentions that the Earth wire provides a path of much less resistance, which may contribute to the lack of sensation of current.
  • One participant warns that if a power line touches the ground, it can be dangerous to approach, indicating a potential risk in specific scenarios.

Areas of Agreement / Disagreement

Participants generally agree that under normal circumstances, there are no significant currents in the Earth wire that would be felt. However, there are competing views regarding the conditions under which the Earth wire carries current and the implications of grounding.

Contextual Notes

Some assumptions about the conditions of the Earth wire and the nature of electrical grounding remain unaddressed, and the discussion does not resolve the nuances of how current behaves in different scenarios.

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The Earth wire carries current to the ground and we walk on the ground and the ground is a good conductor of electricity. So when we walk on the ground then how come we don't feel the current from the Earth wire?
 
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the Earth wire doesn't carry current unless there is a fault with the equipment, tool, etc
and if its working correctly the current flowing in the Earth wire should be very brief till the main fuse blows

if that doesn't answer your question, then you need to be much more clearer about the situation you are referring to

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I think you are asking why we don't feel any current on the ground. The Earth is a big place, so the current is dissipated.
 
Earth/earth wire provides path of much less resistance
 
As the others said, with normal wiring there are no significant currents in the Earth to be felt.

However, if a power line is knocked down by accident and touches the ground, it can be very dangerous to approach it. Stay 30-50 meters away.
 

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