Physics - 5 Electricity in the Home - 5.2 Cables and Plugs

Earth wire: a safety feature that earths the appliance should the live wire connect with the case

Neutral wire: directs current back to the power source

Live wire: carries current to the appliance

Fuse: breaks the circuit if the live and neutral wires connect

Cable grip: holds the cable tightly so the wires do not become loose

Outer insulation: keeps the cable insulated so that you aren’t electrocuted if you touch it