Lesson 7 - Electricity SAQ
This lesson allows you to test yourself on the material covered in the Electricity lesson and determine the level to which you have met the learning outcomes.
Suggested Response - Q4
* a) What is the difference between earthing and grounding?
b) Why would you not rely only on grounding?
Response:
a) Earthing means the equipment (the non-current-carrying components) is connected to the earth. With grounding, the wiring (the current-carrying components) is connected to the earth.
b) Grounding will protect the equipment itself, whilst earthing protects the environment which includes personnel.