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Question
When the electric current through the fuse exceeds a certain limit, the fuse wire melts and breaks.
Options
True
False
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Solution
This statement is True.
Explanation:
The fuse's wire is made of a special material with a low melting point. When a large current passes through a fuse, it melts quickly and breaks the circuit.
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