The amount of body current is dependent on both the voltage and what else?

The correct answer is the resistance of the body. The relationship between body current, voltage, and resistance is described by Ohm's Law, which states that current (I) is equal to voltage (V) divided by resistance (R). Therefore, the amount of current flowing through the body when exposed to a voltage is directly influenced by the resistance of the body.

Human tissues have varying resistance depending on several factors, including moisture, skin condition, and the path the current takes through the body. Lower resistance leads to a higher amount of current for a given voltage, while higher resistance decreases the current. This principle is critical in understanding electrical safety and potential hazards in electrical environments.

Other options, while they can relate to electrical safety and shock risk, don't directly influence the amount of body current in the context of Ohm's Law. For instance, the current flowing can be a result of the voltage applied and the resistance but doesn't affect the relationship itself. The environment may play a role in the overall risk of electric shock (such as wet conditions reducing body resistance), but it does not change the fundamental relationship between voltage, current, and resistance. The age of the individual might impact physiological responses, but it does not directly factor into the electrical equation governing body