why the earth pin is thicker than other pins in a plug? If
it is for reducing resistance, then why the copper earth
wire is not so thick as earth pin of socket?

Answer Posted / thavam

any shot-circuit condition and current leakage for provide
in human and electrical equipment. this purpose provided
earth pin is thicker than other pins

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