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In electrical wiring a Live wire is a wire which is above or below Earth (UK) or Ground (USA) potential, or which alternates above and below (in AC). Touching a live wire can result in an electric shock or electrocution.

Wiring colours

For wiring colours see:

• Electrical wiring (UK)
• Electrical wiring (United States)

See also

• Neutral wire
• Ground and neutral
• Mains power systems

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