The disorder results from overproduction of collagen, a naturally occurring protein found in the skin. It is unknown what causes this overproduction of collagen to occur but the immune system is believed to play a significant role. Morphea is not contagious or passed down in families.
A typical US household voltage is 120/240 V, 60 hz, single phase. There is a tolerance and the actual measured voltage is rarely exactly 120 volts. A common reading at my house is 117 volts. Industrial motors are made and rated in multiples of 115V (115, 230, 460, and 550Vac) for use on line voltages in multiples of 120 V (120, 240, 480, and 600 Vac).
Electric Power in the USA. Electric power is standardized in all states across the USA. It is set at 110 Volts and 60 cycles. 220 Volt power is used in homes only for large appliances like stoves, water heaters and clothes dryers. It is not normally available for personal appliances. Standard electric plugs, as illustrated at the top of this page, have two flat blades.