Question

Explain the working of an electric fuse. ​

Answer 1

$\large\bold{\underline{Electric\: Fuse :-}}$

• An electric fuse is based on the principle of heating effect of electric current.
• When an excessive current flows in the circuit, it generates heat in the circuit which leads to melt the fuse due to its low melting point, and it also opens the circuit.

Answer 2

An electric fuse is based on the principle of heating effect of electric current. ... When an excessive current flows in the circuit, it generates heat in the circuit which leads to melt the fuse due to its low melting point, and it also opens the circuit.