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UPSC 2005: What is the order of magnitude of electric resistance of the human body (dry)?
(a)10² ohm
(b)10⁴ ohm
(c)10⁶ ohm
(d)10⁸ ohm
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Not attemptedCorrect Answer: (b) 10⁴ ohm
The electrical resistance of dry human skin is of the order of 10 000 ohms (10⁴ Ω); moisture lowers it sharply, but in the dry state this is the typical magnitude. ([licchavilyceum.com](https://licchavilyceum.com/upsc-civil-services-prelims-2005-solved-question-paper/?utm_source=openai))
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This question was asked in UPSC CSE Prelims 2005, GS Paper 1, as Question 18. It falls under Science & Technology > Biology.
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