Q. Electrical burns occur principally because of
A) The heat generated by the flow of electrical current through the body
B) Radiation pulses of the electricity
C) All of the above
D) The high energy of electrons
✔ Correct Answer: The heat generated by the flow of electrical current through the body
Exam Insight
Electrical burns occur principally because of the passage of electric current through the body, generating heat and causing tissue damage. The severity depends on voltage, duration, and current path.