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Why Don't Birds Get Electrocuted When They Land on Electric Wires?

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Answer:

There is a thick layer of rubber coating on the wires.

Step-by-step explanation:

This isn't just the case with birds, your headphones, if you notice closely have a layer of rubber coating as well, to protect you from accidentally touching the wires inside and hurting yourself.

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