The functionality of a fuse wire relies on its ability to melt and break a circuit under fault conditions, which is dependent on its melting point and electrical resistance.
What should be the characteristics of an electric-fuse wire ?
Asked in Sub Inspector Comb. Comp. Exam 2021 b 2021 · Topic: Electric Current (Electrical Power and Energy, Joule heating effect)
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Answer: D. Low melting point, high specific resistance.
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