A low DC voltage is produced by the thermocouple when the two junctions are at different temperatures. This voltage is referred to as the thermoelectric voltage. This thermoelectric voltage is produced by the temperature gradient along the thermocouple wires.
Re: What's causes the electric shock type pain in a tooth Hi DM69. I'm not a dentist but I'm pretty sure its the erosion of your tooth exposing the pulp, I had the exact same feeling in my tooth before I had it extracted a month ago, so I feel your pain.
Causes and symptoms. Electric shocks are caused by the passage of electric current through the body. They are caused in infants and young children by their playing with electrical appliances or cords and in older children by mischievous exploration of electrical systems or use of faulty electrical appliances or tools.