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How come that some outlet or socket which were damaged due to short circuiting electric current can still be used later on?
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∙ 11y ago
I would never intentionally use a device that had been damaged by a short circuit if there was physical damage to the device such as melted metal or insulation, pitting or general oxidation of the contacts.
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Electric current changes direction repeatedly is called?
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What is a male plug?
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What is a VAC outlet?
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You bet it will.
