Question

A fuse wire consists of an alloy of lead and tin. Why?

Answer 1

Answer:

A fuse wire consists of an alloy of lead and tin because it has a very low melting point so if short circuit happens, the wire will melt and this will break the circuit.

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Answer 2

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The fuse wire is made of tin or alive tin and copper because these materials have a melting point lower than that of normal connecting wires and devices. This helps melt the fuse wire before any other component and saves them from burning.