What is the term used for the flow of electric charge through the body that can cause an electric shock?

The flow of electric charge through the body is referred to as current. Current is defined as the rate at which electric charge flows past a point in a circuit, typically measured in amperes (A). When a person comes into contact with a source of electricity, such as a live wire, the electric current can pass through their body, potentially causing an electric shock. The severity of the shock can depend on several factors including the amount of current flowing, the duration of the exposure, the pathway the current takes through the body, and the individual's physiological characteristics.

Voltage relates to the electric potential difference that drives the current through a circuit, resistance refers to the opposition to the flow of charge within the circuit, and frequency pertains to how often the current changes direction in alternating current (AC) systems. Each of these terms plays an important role in understanding electrical systems, but they do not specifically describe the flow of electric charge through the body like current does.