Question

How does overload and short circuit occur in circuit and explain. What is the function of fuse during these situations.

Answer 1

Answer:

The over usage of electricity in a circuit more than its limit is called overload. In other words, the rising of electric load in a circuit is called overload. The connection of many electric wires to a single socket is called short circuit. The function of fuse in these situations is to cut off the rising load.

Explanation:

The circuit is said to have overloaded when more than the desirable load is applied to the circuit. The overload occurs because of the malfunctioning of the equipment or faulty circuits. Whereas the short-circuit condition occurs when the metal wires come in contact with each other or because of insulation failures.