Question

What is a short circuit?How does a fuse help in case there is a short circuit?

Answer 1

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When the current in circuit is increased abruptly, short circuit may occur. It may be due to faulty appliances or faulty connections. As in both the above cases the current or voltage is abruptly increased, the fuse wire in the fuse melts due to heating and thus saves the appliances from getting damaged