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प्रश्न
The safety device based on the heating effect of electric current is called a ______.
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उत्तर
The safety device based on the heating effect of electric current is called a fuse.
Explanation:
Fuse is a safety device, which limits current in the circuit and breaks the circuit if the current exceeds its maximum limit.
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