Question

We are often advised to not flick electric switches with wet hands, dry your hand first. We are also advised to never throw water on an electric fire. Why is this so?

Short answer

We're often told not to touch electric switches with wet hands and to never throw water on an electric fire since water is a good conductor of electricity and could cause us to get shocked and the fire to spread.

Step-by-step solution

Definition of Electricity

The presence and flow of electric charge can be described as electricity. We can transmit energy using electricity in ways that allow us to perform simple tasks.

The movement of electrons via conductors such as copper wires is the most well-known example. The term "electricity" is sometimes used to refer to "electrical energy."

Explanation

As the water is a good conductor of electricity due to the presence of pollutants and salts, there is a risk of electric shock if switches are handled with wet hands or water is poured on an electric fire. An electric fire can also spread with the help of water.