Question

Give reason this, The wire in an electric fuse is made of a material that melts easily.

Answer 1

The fuse element is made of zinc, copper, silver, aluminum, or alloys toprovide stable and predictable characteristics. The fuse ideally would carry its rated current indefinitely, and melt quickly on a small excess.

Answer 2

Electric fuse works on the heating effect of electric current. when electricity passes through the wires it creates heat. fuse is made up of a low melting point.