What is the order of magnitude of electric resistance of the human body (dry) – Civilsdaily

💥Join UPSC 2027,2028 Mentorship (July Batch) + XFactor Notes & Microthemes PDF

Talk to Mentor

What is the order of magnitude of electric resistance of the human body (dry)?

(a)

10^2 ohm

(b)

10^4 ohm

(c)

10^6 ohm

(d)

10^8 ohm

Correct Answer

(c)

Explanation

The human body’s resistance (dry) is approximately 10^6 ohms.